Histology Tech: Precision Lab Specialist, Day Shift

Community Health Systems; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive</

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Alabama seeks a Histology Technologist to perform procedures in the histology lab, including preparation, processing, embedding, cutting, and staining of tissue specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist.

The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to protocols and safety, and quality control to support diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Day shift, full-time with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited Histology program required.
• Associate Degree in a science-related field required.
• 1–2 years of experience in a histology laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, processes, embeds, cuts, stains, and prepares tissue specimens using routine, special, and immunohistochemical staining techniques.
• Operates and maintains histology instruments; performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Performs and documents quality control to ensure accuracy and accreditation compliance.
• Verifies specimen identification and labeling; investigates discrepancies.
• Maintains clean, safe lab with proper waste disposal and infection control compliance.
• Prepares reagents and staining solutions; monitors supplies and restocks as needed.
• Performs clerical duties related to specimen logging and data entry; supports cytology pre-analytic functions as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age- and population-specific considerations in processing tissue.
• Performs other duties as assigned; maintains regular attendance; adheres to policies.

Skills

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Independent work

Autonomy

Communication

Procedures/documentation

Lab safety

Education

Accredited Histology program

Associate degree in science

Histology experience 1–2 years

Job description

Community Health Systems in Alabama seeks a Histology Technologist to perform procedures in the histology lab, including preparation, processing, embedding, cutting, and staining of tissue specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist.

The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to protocols and safety, and quality control to support diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Day shift, full-time with comprehensive benefits offered.