Histology Technician / Histotechnologist (HT/HTL) at Lighthouse Lab Services Charleston, SC

Comunidade Metodista; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking histotechnologists for the Charleston campus to join a premier health system. Openings exist on 2nd and 3rd shifts with hourly rates of $31–$40+ depending on experience.

Benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, PTO, vacation, and 401K. The histotechnologist will perform routine and complex histologic work, including grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and immunohistochemistry, ensuring quality control and accurate slide preparation for

Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related field
• Completion of accredited Histology program
• HTL (ASCP) required
• 1+ years of experience as a Histotechnologist preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex histologic procedures per established SOPs.
• Conduct grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy and sectioning.
• Perform stains, immunohistochemistry, and frozen sectioning.
• Maintain quality control on slides and document instrument maintenance.

Skills

Histology procedures

Immunohistochemistry

Slide preparation

Quality control

Education

B.S. in Biology/Medical Laboratory Science/related field

Completion of accredited Histology program

Tools

ASCP HTL certification

Job description

Histology Technician / Histotechnologist (HT/HTL) job at Lighthouse Lab Services. Charleston, SC.

Lighthouse Lab Services has partnered with the premier health system in South Carolina. We are looking for several talented histotechnologists to be a part of their growing team on the Charleston campus. If you are looking for a histology position where you really have a chance to build a career and have the opportunity to truly grow, then this is the job for you!

What We Are Offering:

Openings on 2nd and 3rd shifts
Hourly Rate: $31-$40+/hr Depending on Experience
Insurance Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)
Additional Benefits: PTO/Vacation/401K

Position Overview:

Under direct supervision the histotechnologist performs routine and complex histologic procedures in accordance with established procedures. Performs grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, immunohistochemistry, and frozen sectioning on human tissue to produce microscopic slides submitted for pathologists’ review. Performs quality control on completed slides. Identifies problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Records observations from tests. Documents maintenance of instruments and equipment used in the lab. Complies with established laboratory policies for universal precautions and safety.

Candidate Profile:

• B.S. in Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related field
• Completion of accredited Histology program
• HTL (ASCP) required
• 1+ years of experience as a Histotechnologist preferred

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.