Histotechnician: Precision Tissue Prep & Staining

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare and process tissue samples for microscopic examination by pathologists. The role covers fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining (H&E and special stains) and may include advanced techniques like immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization.

Ideal candidates hold a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program or equivalent education with clinical histology experience, strong English communication, and familiarity with HHC

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency AND successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program.
• Education from a NAACLS HT program acceptable for five years post-completion if not HT certified.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process tissue samples for routine and complex histologic techniques.
• Include fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining (H&E and special stains).
• Perform advanced techniques such as enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization and tissue microarray.
• Provide accurate results and effective communication to the pathology team.

Skills

Histology

Microscopy

Tissue processing

Immunohistochemistry

English communication

Education

NAACLS HT program

Associate degree with biology/chemistry

Tools

EPIC

SunQuest

CoPath

Job description

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare and process tissue samples for microscopic examination by pathologists. The role covers fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining (H&E and special stains) and may include advanced techniques like immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization.

Ideal candidates hold a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program or equivalent education with clinical histology experience, strong English communication, and familiarity with HHC