Histology Technician-Associate

uthscsa.edu; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision care

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a tissue preparation technician to assist in routine and special histology procedures. Under direct supervision, you will prepare tissue specimens for analysis and ensure quality in staining and slide review.

Responsibilities include processing tissues, examining slides under a microscope, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently while following strict confidentiality protocols.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Eligible for ASCP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processes, embeds, cuts, and stains surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for slide review.
• Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation and staining meet requirements.
• Prioritizes test procedures and completes procedures in a timely manner.
• Maintains proper records of all tests in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Performs instrument maintenance following established protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microscopes

Microtomes

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Under direct supervision, prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Processes, embeds, cuts, and stains surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review.
• Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation and staining meets laboratory requirements.
• Prioritizes test procedures and completes procedures in a timely manner.
• Maintains proper records of all tests completed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Performs instrument maintenance utilizing established protocols.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience using automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes, and other lab equipment.
• Exhibits accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work for quality.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Experience:

• One (1) year experience is required.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED is required.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Eligible for certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) is preferred.

Required Skills

• One (1) year experience is required.

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

About Us

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture.

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7846
• Job Category Clinical Programs & Services
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 05:46 PM
• Locations 0001 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 10/06/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Organization G1507 - S Tx Reference Labs (STRL), G1500 - Pathology, G1001 - Basic Sciences, M1000 - Dean Medical School, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center
• Department G1507 - S Tx Reference Labs (STRL)