Histopath Tech I (Part Time)

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Tuition Assistance

Diverse and collaborative environment

Benefits package

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Histopath Tech I-III to prepare tissue samples for microscopic examination and to perform tissue processing, special stains, decalcification, and slide/cassette printing. This part-time day-shift role offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Minimum qualifications include an Associates degree in Histotechnology (or NAACLS-approved training) and at least one year of related histology experience; certification

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Histotechnology or NAACLS accredited histology training/completion of a clinical histology rotation.
• Equivalency: military certificate with histopath training that qualifies for certification.
• One year of clinical histology work experience or NAACLS program internship counts toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist.
• Maintains and programs tissue processors and performs special stains.
• Decalcifies bone specimens and performs modified H&E staining techniques.
• Operates automated slide and cassette printers.

Education

Associates degree in Histotechnology

Associates or Bachelors degree with 60 semester hours in biology/chemistry including 12 hours biology/chemistry

Equivalent military certificate with histopath or hospital training qualifying for certification

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is a world-renowned leader in patient care, serving the greater Baltimore community and patients from all across the globe.
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff teams provide support throughout our many specialty departments and centers, from primary visits to emergency care.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Location: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Part Time/Day Shift-8am-12pm Monday-Friday

*****WILL CONSIDER Histopath Tech I, II, or III Levels*****

Position Summary:

• The Histopath Tech prepares tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist.
• Performs duties independently requiring sound judgement and problem solving skills, under the general supervision of a supervisor, lead or charge technician.
• Performs all duties of Histo Tech I, in addition to, maintaining and programming tissue processors, performing special stains techniques and preparing various staining solutions, decalcifying bone specimens and staining using a modified H&E stain technique, operating automated slide and cassette printers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Requires a minimum of an Associates degree in Histtechnology

OR

• Associates or Bachelors degree with at least 60 semester hours of academic credit to include a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), with successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology training program or completion of a clinical histology rotation in a NAACLS accredited laboratory granting HR (ASCP) eligibility

OR

• Equivalent military certificate (equivalent of a degree) with histopath or hospital specialty and training in biology, chemistry, and related for which qualifies to sit for certification exam.

Work Experience:

• A minimum of one year of related laboratory experience or healthcare setting is required.
• A clinical internship as a part of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program will be counted as one year of clinical experience. Without the completion of a college degree and/or NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program and certification, a minimum 1 year of clinical histology work experience with at least six months JHH laboratory is required.
• Advancement to this position is possible for staff in the Histo Tech Prep Tech who complete minimum requirements for eligibility as a HT1, complete education steps, and have achieved annual performance reviews of “met expectations” or higher. Advancement considered only after the submission and completed verification of education and certification documentation. Employee may have no active discipline.

Certification:

• Meeting criteria to sit for HT (ASCP) certification is preferred, but not required.

***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Salary Range: Minimum 26.58/hour - Maximum 43.89/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.