Histotechnician

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including embedding, microtomy, and specimen preparation. The role focuses on producing high-quality tissue sections efficiently while following lab quality and safety standards.

Qualified candidates typically have an associate degree in a related field and at least three years of histology experience; ASCP HT certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or completion of at least two years of college coursework in biology, chemistry, medical laboratory science, or a related science field is preferred.
• Three years of direct experience in histology lab including histotechnician duties is preferred.
• Histotechnician (HT) certification by ASCP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination with embedding, microtomy, and sectioning.
• Ensure high-quality tissue sections produced in a timely manner.
• Adhere to laboratory quality and safety standards in all histology operations.

Skills

Tissue processing

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in biology/medical lab science

Tools

Microtome

Embedding station

Histology staining equipment

Job description

Position Title

Histotechnician

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Histotechnician is responsible for preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination, with primary responsibilities in tissue embedding, microtomy, specimen preparation, and general histology laboratory operations.

The technician ensures high-quality tissue sections are produced in a timely manner while following laboratory quality and safety standards.

Education:

Associate degree or completion of at least two years of college coursework in biology, chemistry, medical laboratory science, or a related science field is preferred.

Experience:

Three years of direct experience in histology lab including histotechnician duties is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Histotechnician (HT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification is preferred.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.