Histology & IHC Technologist I — Precision Lab Impact

Caris Life Sciences; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Histology Technologist I to assist pathology professionals with IHC, embedding, slide preparation, and high-complexity lab procedures under direct supervision.

The role emphasizes accurate case labeling, documentation in LIS, and adherence to SOPs. Candidates should have 1+ year IHC/histology experience or completion of a histology program, with strong attention to detail and teamwork. Some travel and occasional after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in an IHC/histology laboratory or two years as a Histology Technician Trainee or one year as a Histology Technician Trainee plus completion of NAACLS accredited Histology program.
• Must meet high complexity requirements as detailed in the job description.
• HT/HTL (ASCP) certification eligible and preferred; QIHC advised.
• Completion of a clinical laboratory training program or applicable coursework as described.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine histology tasks; embedding, cutting, H&E staining and cover slipping.
• Performs high complexity testing, such as grossing, processing, IHC staining, utilizing automatic staining systems and QC of stained slides.
• Maintains diagnostic viability of specimens and ensures correct patient labeling; verifies case identification numbers, blocks and slides.
• Documents in LIS and laboratory logs as directed by SOPs.
• Maintains equipment and notifies leadership if maintenance or repairs are needed.
• Assists with other related duties and training as required.

Skills

IHC

Histology

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Microscope

LIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science

Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

60 semester hours with required science courses

Clinical laboratory training program

Tools

Automatic IHC staining systems

LIS

Microscope

Job description

Caris Life Sciences in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Histology Technologist I to assist pathology professionals with IHC, embedding, slide preparation, and high-complexity lab procedures under direct supervision.

The role emphasizes accurate case labeling, documentation in LIS, and adherence to SOPs. Candidates should have 1+ year IHC/histology experience or completion of a histology program, with strong attention to detail and teamwork. Some travel and occasional after-hours work may be required.