Histology & Cytology Technician — PRN/As Needed

Duke University; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories in Durham, NC seeks a Histology/Cytology Technician to perform routine histopathologic tests and cytology specimen processing for diagnosis and treatment. The role covers paraffin sectioning, cryostat, staining, specimen accessioning, quality control, and the use of hospital information systems.

A high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred; no prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate Degree in Science preferred.
• Experience not required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine paraffin sections of surgical and autopsy tissue for microscopic examination.
• Perform frozen cryostat sectioning and prepare specimens with staining/cover slipping.
• Reconcile labels and specimens for diagnosis by the pathologist; use hospital information systems.

Skills

Histology

Cytology

Quality Control

Laboratory Information Systems

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Science

Job description

Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories in Durham, NC seeks a Histology/Cytology Technician to perform routine histopathologic tests and cytology specimen processing for diagnosis and treatment. The role covers paraffin sectioning, cryostat, staining, specimen accessioning, quality control, and the use of hospital information systems.

A high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred; no prior experience is required.