Histology Technician: Precision Tissue Prep & Pathology

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health and Hospital System seeks a Histotechnician to receive and prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination across surgical, autopsy, research and outside cases, ensuring labeling accuracy and proper documentation.

The position requires NAACLS Histotechnician training or an Associate's degree or 60 semester hours with biology and chemistry; one year histopathology experience preferred, HT (ASCP) certification preferred, and strong communication and equipment troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Must have completed training in an approved NAACLS Histotechnician program.
• OR An Associate's degree.
• OR at least 60 semester hours of academic credit with biology and chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens, assess specimen integrity and verify labeling and orders.
• Prepare routine gross tissue specimens for microscopic examination (processing, embedding, cutting, staining and cover slipping).
• Prepare solutions and stains per procedural specifications.
• Maintain laboratory records and logs reflecting procedures performed.
• Maintain inventory and cleanliness of equipment; troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Stay abreast of developments in Anatomic Pathology by attending seminars and maintaining certification.
• Follow rules, regulations and guidelines impacting the Histology area; ensure adherence to accreditation requirements.

Skills

Histology equipment

Communication skills

Histology procedures knowledge

Education

NAACLS Histotechnician program

Associate's degree

60 semester hours biology & chemistry

Job description

Parkland Health and Hospital System seeks a Histotechnician to receive and prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination across surgical, autopsy, research and outside cases, ensuring labeling accuracy and proper documentation.

The position requires NAACLS Histotechnician training or an Associate's degree or 60 semester hours with biology and chemistry; one year histopathology experience preferred, HT (ASCP) certification preferred, and strong communication and equipment troubleshooting