HISTOTECHNICIAN II

Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

403(b) retirement plan with generous 2

Paid Time Off (PTO) & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness resources

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Histotechnician II to process surgical specimens, preserve tissue morphology, and prepare slides for evaluation. The role includes performing special stains and IHC as directed by the pathologist.

Candidates should have a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician Program or an Associate Degree with hospital training and ASCP eligibility, or be ASCP certified; 2 years histology experience preferred. Benefits and a supportive environment offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of Histotechnician Program from a NAACLS accredited school, or an Associate Degree with hospital training and ASCP eligibility, or ASCP certification.
• 2 years experience in Histology preferred.
• ASCP certification preferred or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Process surgical specimens to preserve tissue morphology and cell structure.
• Prepare quality tissue sections on glass slides for microscopic evaluation.
• Perform special stains including immunohistochemical (IHC) procedures as requested by the pathologist.
• Perform frozen sections as part of intraoperative consultation.

Skills

ASCP eligible

IHC techniques

Special stains

Education

NAACLS accredited Histotechnician Program

Associate Degree with hospital training + ASCP eligibility

ASCP certified

Job description

Summary

Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center - Now a Histotechnician II!

Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023-2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi-time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.

As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care.

Responsibilities

The purpose of a Histotechnician is the processing of surgical specimens to preserve the tissue morphology and cell structure. Prepares quality and representative tissue sections on glass slides for microscopic evaluation and performs special stains, including immunohistochemical (IHC) procedures as requested by the pathologist.

Requirements

• Successful completion of Histotechnician Program from a NAACLS accredited School; or an Associate Degree and training at a hospital and met ASCP eligibility requirements for certification; or ASCP certified. 2 years experience in Histology preferred.
• ASCP (preferred) or eligible
• Working knowledge of Special Stains/IHC Technique
• Performs frozen sections

Min

USD $26.13/Hr.

Max

USD $43.11/Hr.

Salary Information

Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications.

Benefits

Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and "catch up" provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy's Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy's Mission and Values

EEO Statement

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.