Histotechnician Lead

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a skilled laboratory specialist to perform medium and high complexity pathology procedures, including histology, immunohistochemistry, and specimen processing. The role entails leading training for students and new staff, and assisting with daily lab operations.

Requires an associate or vocational degree in medical laboratory science, HT certification, and 3+ years of lab experience. The position is based in Minneapolis with day shifts and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science from an accredited institution, plus 3 years lab experience or similar.
• AMT certification eligible plus 3 years laboratory experience.
• Histotechnician HT certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and complex specimen procedures in anatomical and surgical pathology, and immunohistochemistry.
• Oversees training of students and new employees and assists with daily lab operations.
• Maintains safety, quality control, and accurate record keeping.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science

AMT certification eligible

Tools

Histology equipment

Job description

Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311. Date Posted: August 05, 2026. Department: 72006389 Central Lab Pathology. Shift: Day (United States of America). Shift Length: 8 hour shift. Hours Per Week: 40. Union Contract: SEIU-9-Central Lab-SLC. Weekend Rotation: Occasional.

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

Full time position (80 hours every two-week pay period) 8-hour, day shifts: M - F, 830a - 5p. Occasional weekends.

Job Description

Performs moderate and complex specimen procedures, in the areas of anatomical and surgical pathology, and immunohistochemistry. Maintains oversight as a key operator of several work areas. Oversees the training of students new employees, assists with the daily lab operation, and participates in daily work schedule development.

CLIA Role

Testing Personnel Moderate complexity testing Testing Personnel High Complexity testing.

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures.
• Performs all routine histology functions that support the production of microscopic slides for interpretation by a pathologist.
• Accessions tissue specimens, assists Pathologist Assistants, sections frozen tissue using a cryostat, processes and embeds tissue specimens, performs microtomy and staining, prepares solutions and stains, completes specialty testing using histochemical and/or immunohistochemical techniques, and performs quality control procedures.
• Assesses integrity of specimens for testing and processing, verifying correct patient identification and using safe and secure specimen handling.
• Assists in helping others with complex problem resolution.
• Performs and documents required instrument maintenance, and quality control and takes appropriate remedial action.
• Ensures appropriate record keeping and retention.
• Communicates complex department issues with Technical Specialist, Manager, or Pathologist.
• Maintains oversight as a key operator of several work areas.
• Assists with biopsy collection.
• May oversee daily lab operation, in the absence of manager/supervisor and may participate in daily work schedule development.
• Accurate and timely processing of specimens.
• Reviews orders, and verifies correct patient labeling.
• Performs processing with adherence to policies and procedures.
• Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.
• Stocks, rotates and requests supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability in the work area.
• May be assigned shift lead duties for oversight of work flow and daily work schedule development.
• Serves as lead for training students and new employees.
• Performs various clerical duties.
• Participates in departmental or system wide meetings, projects or committees as assigned.
• Assists in the training of employees and students.
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned.
• Assists in Direct Observations of staff for annual competency program.

CLIA defined responsibilities

§ 493.1425 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Moderate complexity. § 493.1495 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science from an accredited institution and completion of clinical internship or Vocational or Technical Training in a comprehensive military laboratory science program plus 3 years laboratory experience or Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science from an accredited institution plus AMT certification eligible plus 3 years' laboratory experience.

CLIA defined Qualifications

§ 493.1423 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications § 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

5 to 7 years of experience in a hospital laboratory.

Licenses/Certifications

Histotechnician, HT certification by a recognized agency such as ASCP, AMT or NCA required upon hire.

Physical Demands

Light Work: Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.94 to $41.99 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer. *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We're a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify

Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)