Histology Lab Technician — Detail‑Oriented, Team Trainer

Jobtome; Mountlake Terrace (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Histology Lab Assistant to support specimen processing, labeling, and data entry. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines in a busy pathology environment.

You will handle tissue specimens, operate processing equipment, manage LIS entries, and coordinate with reference labs while ensuring quality and compliance across the lab workflow.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a Histology laboratory including specimen processing.
• Ability to communicate professionally with patients and healthcare providers.
• Proven ability to work 40 hours per week as posted.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, and accession tissue specimens with accurate patient labeling and documentation.
• Operate tissue processing equipment per established protocols and maintain equipment.
• Use LIS to record processing steps and results; troubleshoot issues with LIS administrators.

Skills

Histology experience

Specimen handling

Data entry (LIS)

Telephone customer service

Safety/compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LIS software

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Histology Lab Assistant to support specimen processing, labeling, and data entry. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines in a busy pathology environment.

You will handle tissue specimens, operate processing equipment, manage LIS entries, and coordinate with reference labs while ensuring quality and compliance across the lab workflow.