Histology Technologist I — Fast-Paced Hospital Lab

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Education support

Wellbeing support

Job summary

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a hospital-based Histology Technologist I to provide expertise and champion results. You will join an amazing team dedicated to patient experience and high-quality pathology services.

The role requires an associate degree in science, with a bachelor's in medical technology beneficial, and Florida licensure or eligibility. Experience in high-volume histology is preferred, and this is a PRN position.

Qualifications

• 2 Year/Associate Degree in Science is required.
• 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology is beneficial.
• State of Florida Technologist License OR ability to obtain during interview.

Responsibilities

• Analyze testing samples according to instructions and perform quality control procedures per protocol.
• Embed tissue specimens in correct orientation at 45–60 seconds per block.
• Section paraffin blocks at 35–40 blocks per hour.
• Produce sections of correct thickness with minimal cutting artifacts.
• Perform routine H&E stains per Department procedure.
• Recognize inferior staining and correct to meet standards.
• Perform on-site special stains and histo-chemical methods.
• Prepare smears, cell blocks, and Cytospin preparations.
• Enter correct Cytology and Pathology numbers in the computer with all clinical data.

Skills

Histology knowledge

Quality control procedures

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associate Degree in Science

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology (beneficial)

Tools

Florida MT License

Job description

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a hospital-based Histology Technologist I to provide expertise and champion results. You will join an amazing team dedicated to patient experience and high-quality pathology services.

The role requires an associate degree in science, with a bachelor's in medical technology beneficial, and Florida licensure or eligibility. Experience in high-volume histology is preferred, and this is a PRN position.