Histology Technician Coordinator for GI in SW Portland (Internal Applicants only)

The Oregon Clinic; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

9 holidays annually

Wellness program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Oregon Clinic is seeking a Histology Technician Coordinator for the GI West Clinic in SW Portland. This on-site role leads daily bench work in the Pathology Lab, partnering with physicians and staff to ensure accurate tissue processing and timely results.

You will train and supervise staff, coordinate workflow to meet volume and turnaround goals, and uphold CLIA and privacy standards while delivering patient-centered care and high-quality diagnostic support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a histology laboratory.
• ASCP Certification, or equivalency, as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL).
• Completed associate or bachelor’s degree in biological or laboratory science.
• Training consistent with CLIA 88 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead workflow and provide technical and supervision support.
• Train new and existing staff and monitor efficiency.
• Coordinate bench assignments and manage staffing to meet volume and turnaround goals.
• Maintain logs and QA tasks, escalations as needed.
• Prepare pathology specimens through all steps from accessioning to slide preparation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment and procedures.

Skills

Histology experience

Leadership experience

Staff training

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in biological or laboratory science

ASCP Certification HT/HTL

Job description

Histology Technician Coordinator for GI in SW Portland (Internal Applicants only)

Job Category: Clinical Staff

Requisition Number: HISTO005528

• Posted : October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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GI West Clinic - Endo
9701 SW Barnes Rd. Ste. 300
Portland, OR 97225, USA

Description

Make an Impact at The Oregon Clinic! Premium Benefits, Competitive Pay, and Inspiring Purpose

Join us at The Oregon Clinic as a Histology Technician Coordinator. Work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues and physicians in our thriving Gastroenterology West Clinic Pathology Lab located in Southwest Portland. Each patient receives the highest value care tailored to their needs.

Every person at TOC makes a difference in our mission of delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. As a member of our team, you have the opportunity to make a valuable impact within the local community and our ecosystem of care. By providing patients and internal and external stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, you’ll help ensure that patients at The Oregon Clinic Gastroenterology West Clinic Pathology Lab receive the highest value care tailored to their needs.

Using excellent customer service and communications skills, your primary duties in this role include:

• Requires training and leadership experience. This is a working Lead role that provides support with technical and workflow leadership.
• Act as a resource regarding workflow, policies, and procedures.
• Trains new and existing staff and assists in evaluating staff efficiencies and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Assists in recruiting new staff. Helps coordinate daily bench assignments and adjusts workflow as needed to support specimen volume, turnaround-time goals, and appropriate staff coverage. Monitors workflow throughout the shift, identifies bottlenecks or delays, and escalates significant operational concerns to the Histology Supervisor or Manager.
• May meet with the GI QA team, Endo Nurse Managers, DOOs, Endo and/or Medical Directors to address any QA issues or concerns in the absence of the Histology Supervisor or Manager. Assists with recommendations and assists with overseeing QA tasks and projects. Provides workflow and operational support during the Supervisor or Manager's absence and escalates employee, compliance, safety, or significant quality concerns to the appropriate leader.
• Responsible for all phases of preparation of pathology specimens, including accessioning, grossing, processing, embedding, and slide preparation.
• Quality control, quality assurance, instrument maintenance, and technical problem resolution.
• Providing optimal specimen processing with positive outcomes while observing cost containment, privacy, and safety issues.
• Service-oriented, capable of exercising good judgment and problem resolution with systems, instruments, and procedures.
• Troubleshoots procedures and instrumentation, performs preventative maintenance on equipment, and manages laboratory equipment and supplies cost-effectively.
• Maintains accurate and complete logs, testing records, and escalates discrepancies to the Histology Supervisor or Manager appropriately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hiring range, based on experience and credentials:

• $46.59 - $63.04 Hourly

Workdays: This role is based at the SharedGI Pathology lab located in the GI West building at Peterkorte . Free employee parking is available! Typical hours are Monday to Friday (8:30am-5:00pm ).

Qualifications that support success in this role are based on education, experience and values including:

• Completion of an associate or bachelor's degree in a biological or laboratory science
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a histology laboratory.
• Experience embedding, microtomy, H&E staining is required
• American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification, or equivalency, as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) is required.
• Must have documented training consistent with CLIA 88 requirements for the position held. This is to be reflective of the scope of practice and standards of practice in regular scheduled responsibilities and pay grade meeting all the HCFA-CLIA 88 requirements.
• Knowledge of Chemical Hygiene Plan, specimen requirements for procedures performed, test procedures, their principles, and medical implications
• Knowledge of proper grossing techniques, specimen processing, embedding orientation, microtomy, staining and shipping.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, work independently, and effectively multitask.
• Excellent attendance and work ethic.
• Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians and other team members.
• A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as n eeds evolve under the guidance of the Histology Supervisor or Manager.

• Healthcare:Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance
• Financial Wellbeing:Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options
• Work-Life Balance:Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually
• Wellness Support:Robust wellness program and employee assistance services
• Commuter Benefits:70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered
• Additional Perks:Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance

Patients and peers recognize The Oregon Clinic as a top regional healthcare provider and employer. We are:

• Guided by our values of dedicating to excellence, compassionate and joyful connection, inclusive collaboration, listening humbly, and leading with integrity.
• The largest physician-owned, multi-specialty medical and surgical practice in Oregon with a team of 1,500 team members across 30 specialties and our business office.
• Dedicated to providing the highest value care tailored to the needs of each unique patient.
• Proud to be consistently ranked by our employees as a Top 10 Workplace by The Oregonian.

Our Commitments:

• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion:We are more than an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and embrace differences and a diversity of backgrounds. Our goal is for patients, physicians, and team members to see and feel diversity, equity, safety, and inclusion in all aspects of their interactions with TOC clinics and administration.
• A safe workplace:We are an alcohol and drug-free workplace for the safety of our patients and employees. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug and background screenings.

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