Histotechnologist

CHI; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,950 - 59,236; Full time

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, TX seeks a Histotechnologist to perform complex histological procedures on patient specimens under supervision.

You will process, analyze, and report tests with accuracy, calibrate equipment, document meticulously, and maintain a safe, collaborative lab environment. The role requires a bachelor’s degree with biology and chemistry hours or an accredited Histotechnology program, plus relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Option 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include both), and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program.
• Option 2: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include both), and one year full‑time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

Responsibilities

• Receives, accession, as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
• Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess and make decisions for proper handling and processing of specimens with minimal or no guidance.
• Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining.
• Monitor technical aspects of the department, and is a resource for technical information.
• Participates in the Performance Improvement program.

Skills

Histotechnologist

Education

Bachelor Degree with 30 semester hours biology & chemistry

Accredited Histotechnology program

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Histotechnologist, you will be responsible for performing complex histological clinical laboratory procedures on patient specimens under the direction of the Histotechnologist Lead, Medical Director, and Director of Laboratory Services. Daily, you will accurately process, analyze, and report all ordered tests in a timely manner for patient diagnosis and treatment. This includes equipment calibration and meticulous documentation. You will organize your workload, maintain professional and safe conduct, and foster positive relationships with staff, departments, physicians, and peers. Success in this role requires exceptional technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, a commitment to accuracy and patient safety, strong organizational skills, and collaborative work within a complex laboratory environment.

Essential Functions

• Receives, accession, as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
• Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess and make decisions for proper handling and processing of specimens with minimal or no guidance.
• Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining.
• Monitor technical aspects of the department, and is a resource for technical information.
• Participates in the Performance Improvement program.

Required Education and Experience

• Option 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include both), and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program.
• Option 2: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include both), and one year full‑time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

Preferred Education and Certifications

Bachelor degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program, AND/OR Histotechnology certification, HTL, by American Society of Clinical Pathology.

Where You'll Work

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is a 1,045‑bed facility located in the Texas medical center. A joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine, Baylor St. Luke’s is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. The hospital is home to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, a nationally accredited and NCI‑designated comprehensive cancer center. Our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence‑based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5 acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading‑edge patient care, research, and education.

Pay Range

$28.80 - $42.84 per hour