Histology Tech: Precision Tissue Prep & IHC Expert

The-Baton-Rouge-Clinic,-Amc-2; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Baton Rouge Clinic is seeking a Licensed Histology Technician/Histotechnologist to perform routine and advanced histology procedures in a fast‑paced lab. You will process surgical and biopsy specimens from receipt to preparation for pathologist review, including IHC as needed.

State license (where required) and ASCP HT/HTL credentials are preferred. Candidates should have 1+ year of histology experience and be able to handle routine quality control tasks in a compliant laboratory.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology or related laboratory science.
• Current state histology license (if required by state law).
• ASCP certification (HT or HTL) preferred or required (per employer).
• Demonstrated competency in histology techniques and grossing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accession, and process surgical and biopsy specimens
• Perform tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining
• Prepare routine (H&E) and special stains as required
• Perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedures as applicable
• Maintain proper specimen identification and integrity throughout workflow
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot histology laboratory equipment
• Perform quality control and quality assurance procedures
• Document procedures, results, and corrective actions per lab policy

Skills

Histology techniques

Grossing procedures

Quality control

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology

Job description

The Baton Rouge Clinic is seeking a Licensed Histology Technician/Histotechnologist to perform routine and advanced histology procedures in a fast‑paced lab. You will process surgical and biopsy specimens from receipt to preparation for pathologist review, including IHC as needed.

State license (where required) and ASCP HT/HTL credentials are preferred. Candidates should have 1+ year of histology experience and be able to handle routine quality control tasks in a compliant laboratory.