Histology Tech, Anatomic Pathology - Night Shift

UNC REX Healthcare; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Rex Healthcare in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Histology Technologist to prepare and process tissue and fluid specimens for analysis by a pathologist, including embedding, cutting and staining tissue samples.

The role supports pathologist review, works onsite with a 40-hour week schedule, Night Job, and requires at least 2 years of histology experience in a clinical lab, with a high school diploma or higher; an Associate's Degree in Histology is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in Histology preferred.
• Eligibility for histology certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Reviews physician orders for accuracy and enters tissue and procedures into the laboratory information system.
• Accurately prepares and labels cassettes prior to pathologist grossing.
• Performs tissue fixation, troubleshoots alarms, and maintains tissue processor per QA procedures.
• Embeds processed tissue and cuts sections for microscopic examination using a microtome.
• Performs routine staining procedures and ensures stain quality for pathologist review.
• Assists histology section head in collecting and documenting quality assurance data.
• Performs pathology transcription and orders supplies when needed.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Histology (preferred)

Job description

UNC Rex Healthcare in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Histology Technologist to prepare and process tissue and fluid specimens for analysis by a pathologist, including embedding, cutting and staining tissue samples.

The role supports pathologist review, works onsite with a 40-hour week schedule, Night Job, and requires at least 2 years of histology experience in a clinical lab, with a high school diploma or higher; an Associate's Degree in Histology is preferred.