Histology Technician/ Histotechnologist

ccf; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System seeks a Histology Technician or Histotechnologist to prepare and process tissue specimens for diagnostic review. You will embed, cut, stain, and label slides for pathologists, and maintain instruments used in routine and specialized histology procedures.

You’ll document data, support quality control, and assist with training. A background in biology/chemistry or related fields, plus ASCP eligibility, positions you for growth within a renowned clinical lab setting.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification eligibility in Histology is expected.
• Bachelor’s degree or CLIA qualifications for Histotechnologist as required.
• Certification or eligibility for HT/HTL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, embed and section tissue specimens using standard histology equipment.
• Perform routine and specialized staining procedures, including histochemical and enzyme stains.
• Mount, label, and distribute slides for pathologist review.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform daily maintenance.
• Document patient and specimen data and track lab statistics.
• Support training and serve as a resource for students and residents.

Skills

ASCP Certification eligible

One year experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/ Microbiology/ Chemistry or related field

Histotechnologist (HTL) or Histotechnician (HT) certification or eligible by ASCP

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Histology Technician/ Histotechnologist

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Laboratory Medicine-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

C20008

Shift

Days

Schedule

4:00am-12:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

At Cleveland Clinic, every detail matters when it comes to delivering exceptional patient care—and that starts in the lab. As a Histotechnologist or Histology Technician, you’ll play a vital role behind the scenes, preparing high-quality tissue samples that support accurate diagnoses and life-changing treatment decisions.

In this role, you’ll bring precision, technical expertise and attention to detail to every specimen, working as part of a collaborative team dedicated to excellence. Your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes, ensuring physicians have the information they need to provide the best possible care.

Join a team that values your skills, supports your growth and empowers you to make a meaningful difference every day.

We will hire our histology laboratory personnel into one of two job titles based on educational background, certification, and experience:

• Histology Technician

• Histotechnologist

The caregiver in this role worksfull-time, days, 4:00am—12:30pm.

Histology Technician Role:

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Prepare, process, embed and section tissue specimens using standard histology equipment, including microtomes and cryostats

• Perform routine and specialized staining procedures, including histochemical and enzyme stains

• Mount, label, and distribute slides for pathologist review

• Maintain laboratory equipment, perform daily maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed

• Prepare reagents, buffers and solutions to support testing procedures

• Accurately document patient and specimen data, maintain records and track lab statistics

• Ensure cleanliness, organization and quality control of lab instruments and workspaces

• Support training and serve as a resource for students, trainees and residents

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification eligible in the field of Histology

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of experience

Histotechnologist Role:

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform routine and developmental immunochemistry and molecular laboratory techniques.

• Analyze and evaluate assays for sensitivity and specificity.

• Embed and prepare sections for various procedures by cutting off frozen or paraffin embedded tissue.

• Transport tissue specimens to the laboratory.

• Perform immunohistochemical and in-situ hybridization procedures, including handling and storing probes and antibodies.

• Mount, label and distribute prepared microscope slides.

• Prepare reagent buffers, solutions and stains.

• Replace reagents and perform daily maintenance on automated instrumentation.

• File surgical and autopsy blocks used for immunohistochemical techniques.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related field or meet the CLIA qualifications for Histotechnologist (HTL)

• Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification or certification eligible by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements concerning chemical hygiene and bloodborne pathogens

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Hands‑on laboratory experience from an accredited Histotechnology school or one year of prior histology laboratory experience

*The compensation range provided corresponds to the Histotechnologist/Histology Technician position. Individual pay rates may vary based on licensure level, certification, and relevant experience.*

Physical Requirements:

• Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens, slides and utilizing instrumentation.

• Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed.

• Typical physical demands include ability to sit, stand or walk extensively.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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