Histotechnician II

Novant Health; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a dedicated Histotechnician in Mount Pleasant, SC, to join our Medical Lab – Histology team. This full-time role supports tissue processing, staining, and quality control, with occasional travel to community hospitals for frozen sections.

Must hold ASCP HT/HTL certification and have relevant laboratory experience. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with nights (11:30 p.m.–8:00 a.m.) and opportunities to participate in on-call coverage.

Qualifications

• BS/HD preferred? (not specified)
• Must have HT/HTL certification from ASCP
• Three years of relevant laboratory technician and/or leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Process tissue through fixation, dehydration, embedding, sectioning, decalcification, staining, and mounting.
• Prepare dyes, chemical solutions, frozen sections, immunohistochemistry, and special stains.
• Assist with new or modified techniques and support training on equipment/software.
• Travel occasionally to community hospitals for frozen sections.
• Participate in rotating weekend/holiday on-call coverage as needed.

Skills

Histology techniques

Laboratory leadership

Quality control

Education

ASCP HT/HTL certification

NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program

Tools

Laboratory equipment (microtomy, stains)

Job description

What We Offer

East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina’s leaders in healthcare, combining advanced technology, clinical expertise, and compassionate care to support successful outcomes and better quality of life for our patients. Our commitment to quality, safety, and personalized care has helped us earn national recognition and attract patients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond.

• Facility: East Cooper Medical Center


• Location: Mount Pleasant, SC


• Department: Medical Lab – Histology


• Position Type: Full time


• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 11:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m.

What You\'ll Do

• Process tissue through fixation, dehydration, embedding, sectioning, decalcification, staining, and mounting.


• Prepare dyes, chemical solutions, frozen sections, immunohistochemistry, and special stains.


• Assist with new or modified techniques and support training on equipment/software.


• Travel occasionally to community hospitals for frozen sections.


• Participate in rotating weekend/holiday on-call coverage as needed.

What We\'re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred. Must meet ASCP eligibility requirements, including completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program within the last five years, or qualifying college coursework in biology/chemistry, with applicable histopathology laboratory experience as required.


• HT or HTL certification from ASCP required. New hire Histotechnicians must obtain certification within one year of hire. ASCP-certified individuals must maintain certification through the BOC Certification Maintenance Program, if applicable.


• Three years of relevant laboratory technician and/or leadership experience preferred, including fixation, microtomy, processing, and staining.


• Must have knowledge of medical terminology, laboratory equipment, quality control, troubleshooting, and testing procedures. Must be able to follow written protocols, work independently, communicate clearly, remain calm in emergencies, support quality assurance, and build effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff, and the public.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

125356