Histology Tech, Non-Certified

phoebehealth; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia, seeks a Histology Technician (HT) to prepare tissue samples for diagnosis, including rapid processing, embedding, cutting, mounting, and staining of specimens.

The role requires a Vocational/Technical Histotechnology degree and 1+ year tissue processing experience; a related Associate's degree is preferred. You will maintain equipment, assist in training, and comply with regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Degree in Accredited Histotechnology Program is required.
• Associate's degree in Accredited Histotechnology Program is preferred.
• 1+ years' experience with processing tissue in preparation for cutting and staining is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Embeds, cuts, and mounts tissue sections on slides.
• Embeds tissue in paraffin block and prepares thin sections.
• Stains tissue using histochemical techniques and/or immunohistochemical techniques.
• Maintains identification and documentation of all specimens and slides.
• Maintains histology equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Assists in training students and other staff as needed.

Skills

Histology techniques

Tissue processing

Staining and mounting tissue

Education

Vocational/Technical Histotechnology Degree

Associate's degree in Histotechnology

Tools

Histology equipment

Stainer

Job description

Job Number: 34994

Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave

City, State: Albany, Georgia

Zip Code: 31701

Department: PPHM ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY

Shift: First Shift

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-09-02

Job Description Summary

Histology Technicians (HT) are responsible for the preparation of body tissue samples used to identify and diagnose abnormalities that indicate disease. They are responsible for the preservation and handling of tissue material through a variety of techniques. These may include rapid tissue processing and frozen techniques to freeze, cut mount and stain tissue during a surgical procedure. They may assist pathologists with gross description of specimens (tissue or organs) surgically removed for examination. An HT routinely processes tissue in preparation for cutting and staining. HT's embed, cut, and mount tissue sections on slides. They stain tissue using common histochemical techniques and/or immunohistochemical techniques as appropriate. They maintain identification and documentation of all specimens and slides or blocks prepared. An HT maintains equipment used in the department, performing and documenting all maintenance activities. They prepare, label, and store reagents and supplies in accordance with lab and regulatory guidelines. They may assist in training of students and other staff as needed.

Job Summary

Histology Technicians (HT) are responsible for the preparation of body tissue samples used to identify and diagnose abnormalities that indicate disease. They are responsible for the preservation and handling of tissue material through a variety of techniques. These may include rapid tissue processing and frozen techniques to freeze, cut mount and stain tissue during a surgical procedure. They may assist pathologists with gross description of specimens (tissue or organs) surgically removed for examination. An HT routinely processes tissue in preparation for cutting and staining. HT's embed, cut, and mount tissue sections on slides. They stain tissue using common histochemical techniques and/or immunohistochemical techniques as appropriate. They maintain identification and documentation of all specimens and slides or blocks prepared. An HT maintains equipment used in the department, performing and documenting all maintenance activities. They prepare, label, and store reagents and supplies in accordance with lab and regulatory guidelines. They may assist in training of students and other staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Degree in Accredited Histotechnology Program. (Required)
• Associate's degree in Accredited Histotechnology Program. (Preferred)

Work Experience

• 1 or more years' experience with processing tissue in preparation for cutting and staining. As well as embedding, cutting, and mounting tissue sections on slides. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Not Applicable

Essential Functions

• Embeds, cuts, and mounts, and stains tissue sections on slides.
• Embeds tissue in paraffin block.
• Cuts a thin section representative of the diseased tissue.
• Mounts the specimen on a glass slide.
• Operates stainer to provide optimal cell contrast for microscopic examination of tissue.
• Assists pathologists with gross description of specimens (tissue or organs) surgically removed for examination.
• Accurately describes specimen using correct terminology.
• Identifies diseased areas of tissue for further examination.
• Processes tissue in preparation for cutting and staining.
• Operates tissue processing device correctly in order to prepare specimen for imbedding.
• Cleans any formalin spills using appropriate spill recovery techniques.
• Maintenance of all equipment, workspace, and inventory.
• Performs and documents all histology equipment maintenance.
• Helps maintain a proper supply inventory by ordering consumables.
• Keeps all work surfaces disinfected and work and storage areas clean, including morgue.
• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology
• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.