Histology Specialist: Precision Tissue Diagnostics

Bronson Healthcare; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Histologist to prepare histological slides and assist in diagnostic workflows under the Pathology team.

The role involves fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and quality control, with mentorship of junior technicians and ongoing training responsibilities. Candidates should meet ASCP certification routes and show strong attention to detail and safety.

Qualifications

• Must meet education/certification routes in histology.
• Experience in fixation, embedding, processing, staining, and lab operations.
• Ability to operate computer programs for documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens and perform test processing and reporting as trained.
• Follow procedures for specimen handling, analysis, and record keeping.
• Maintain quality control and safety policies in the histology lab.
• Assist in orienting and training new histology staff and students.

Skills

Histology

Laboratory operations

Quality control

Independent judgment

Communication

Education

Route 1: Baccalaureate with biology/chemistry credits

NAACLS histotechnician/ histotechnologist program

Route 2: biology major or biology/chemistry credits with clinical histology experience

Route 3: HT (ASCP) certification or general baccalaureate with histology experience

Route 4: biology/chemistry credits + military histology training

Job description

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Histologist to prepare histological slides and assist in diagnostic workflows under the Pathology team.

The role involves fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and quality control, with mentorship of junior technicians and ongoing training responsibilities. Candidates should meet ASCP certification routes and show strong attention to detail and safety.