Histology Tech II — Precision Tissue Prep & QC

Wakemed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking a Histology Technician II to support pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for accurate diagnoses. The role involves documenting specimen accession, preparing tissue for gross examination, and describing findings to ensure proper sample tracking.

The technician will process tissue blocks for slide preparation, perform frozen sections and special stains as needed, and help train staff in histology techniques while maintaining routine equipment quality control.

Qualifications

• Histology techniques and tissue processing knowledge.
• Quality control and assurance in the histology lab.
• Ability to assist in training personnel on histology methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for diagnosis.
• Document accession of specimens and describe tissue grossly.
• Process tissue blocks to create slides for microscopic evaluation.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Science

Job description

WakeMed is seeking a Histology Technician II to support pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for accurate diagnoses. The role involves documenting specimen accession, preparing tissue for gross examination, and describing findings to ensure proper sample tracking.

The technician will process tissue blocks for slide preparation, perform frozen sections and special stains as needed, and help train staff in histology techniques while maintaining routine equipment quality control.