Histotechnologist

MUSC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Shift differential pay

Pension plan

Dental insurance

Career advancement

Modern academic medical center

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Histotechnologist for Charleston Campus. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week position includes a day shift with rotating on-call nights and weekends to support the laboratory.

Responsibilities include histologic processing, slide production, quality control, and equipment maintenance in a collaborative academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Biology, or related scientific field.
• HTL(ASCP) certification (or equivalent) with certification due within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Process a wide range of histologic specimens including embedding and staining.
• Produce high-quality slides and perform quality control for accurate pathology reviews.
• Troubleshoot issues affecting diagnostic outcomes in the lab.
• Maintain, clean and routinely check lab equipment.
• Adhere to universal safety procedures and lab protocols.
• Rotate on-call nights and weekends (8AM–9PM) to support lab needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Biology, or related field

HTL(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Histotechnologist

Charleston Campus · Full-Time (40 hrs/week, Day Shift + rotating on-call nights/weekends)

Rewarding Benefits & Perks

• Hefty sign‑on bonus – immediate recognition of your expertise!
• Relocation assistance – we help you move, you bring your passion.
• Shift differential pay – earn more for evenings, nights, and weekend shifts!
• Pension plan – fully vested after 8 years for lifetime retirement support
• Free dental insurance & affordable medical plans
• Career advancement – clear growth pathways and professional development
• Modern academic medical center – be part of innovation and impact every day

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000459 CHS - Histopathology & Special Stains (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Why You’ll Love This Role

At MUSC, our Histotechnologist are essential partners in diagnostic excellence. Join a high-energy, collaborative laboratory team delivering critical results in a top-tier hospital setting .

What You’ll Do

• Process a wide range of histologic specimens: grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining (including special stains & immunohistochemistry), and frozen sections
• Produce high-quality slides and perform quality control to ensure accurate pathology reviews
• Troubleshoot issues that could affect diagnostic outcomes
• Maintain, clean, and perform routine checks on lab equipment
• Adhere to universal safety procedures and lab protocols
• Rotate on-call nights and weekends (8AM–9PM) to support laboratory needs

Qualifications & Essentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Biology, or related scientific field
• HTL(ASCP) certification (or equivalent) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification , If not certified, must have completed a NACCLS Accredited HT/HTL Program and be certification eligible, certification must be achieved within 1 year of hire, until certification achieved salary will be 10% less.
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication

Work Environment & Culture

• Collaborative, supportive lab community where your technical excellence matters
• Opportunity to learn, grow, and elevate the pathology process
• MUSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer—demanding excellence and championing inclusivity

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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