Histology Technician: Precision Tissue Prep & Pathology Support

Parkland Health; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health is seeking a Histology Technician to receive and prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including surgical, autopsy, and research cases, while documenting results and maintaining work areas and equipment to PHHS standards.

Education must include a NAACLS Histotechnician program, an Associate's degree, or at least 60 semester hours with biology and chemistry. One year histopathology experience is preferred; HT (ASCP) certification is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens, assess integrity, verify labeling and orders.
• Prepare routine gross tissue specimens for microscopic examination (processing, embedding, cutting, staining, cover slipping).
• Prepare solutions and stains according to specifications.
• Maintain laboratory records and logs ensuring standards.
• Serve as a resource and maintain positive working relationships.
• Identify process improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Stay current with developments in Anatomic Pathology and maintain certification.
• Maintain inventory and equipment cleanliness; troubleshoot malfunctions.

Skills

Histology equipment

Troubleshooting equipment

Effective communication

Histologic procedures

Education

NAACLS Histotechnician program

Associate's degree

60 semester hours biology & chemistry

Tools

Histology equipment

Job description

Parkland Health is seeking a Histology Technician to receive and prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including surgical, autopsy, and research cases, while documenting results and maintaining work areas and equipment to PHHS standards.

Education must include a NAACLS Histotechnician program, an Associate's degree, or at least 60 semester hours with biology and chemistry. One year histopathology experience is preferred; HT (ASCP) certification is preferred.