Histotechnician-Pathology

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Main Campus in Kettering, OH is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, enabling accurate diagnosis and patient care. You will perform tissue processing, staining, and maintain documentation while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree in histotechnology or related field; at least one year in clinical/research lab histology; HT ASCP certification or eligible within 12

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in histotechnology or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of histology experience in a clinical or research lab.
• HT certification by ASCP, or eligible to obtain within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination and ensure high-quality slide preparation.
• Maintain safety, regulatory standards, and documentation in all histology procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Histology procedures

Immunohistochemistry

Documentation accuracy

Education

Associate degree in histotechnology or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Tools

ASCP HT/HTL certification

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus l Kettering l Full-time l Nights

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Histotechnician prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examination, supporting accurate diagnosis and effective patient care. This role ensures high-quality slide preparation through precise tissue processing, staining, and documentation, while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program. High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in histotechnology or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. At least one year of experience in a clinical or research laboratory setting performing histology procedures. Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or eligibility to obtain within 12 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or a related discipline. Two or more years of experience in histology, including proficiency in advanced staining techniques such as immunohistochemistry. Certification as a Histotechnologist (HTL) by ASCP.