Histotechnologist

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UCHealth University of Colorado Health is seeking an experienced Histotechnologist for aseptic tissue processing and slide preparation for pathologist review. The onsite role in Longmont requires handling embedding, sectioning, and specialized stains to support accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include FFPE and frozen section work, antibody titrations, and collaboration with clinical staff. Certification and timely performance are essential in a fast-paced lab environment with comprehensive

Qualifications

• HT/HTL certification required within 6 months of hire or equivalent as detailed in the job description.
• Successful completion of NAACLS accredited histology training or equivalent education is required.
• Current ASCP HT/HTL licensure or eligibility within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Embed and section tissues to produce diagnostic slides; prepare frozen sections when needed.
• Perform special stains to identify cellular components and organisms for prognosis.
• Assist in antibody titrations and serve as a histology consultant to staff.
• Maintain work area and histology equipment, including stainers and reagents.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, work with minimal supervision, and handle fast-paced demands.

Skills

Histology workflow

Immunohistochemistry

Laboratory quality control

Education

NAACLS HT/HTL program or equivalent

Tools

Staining equipment

Job description

Description

Location:

UCHealth UCHlth Longs Peak Hospital, US:CO:Longmont

Department:

LPH Hist Dept

Work Schedule:

Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift:

Days

Pay:

$29.54 - $44.31 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Summary:

Provides high quality routine Hematoxylin and Eosin, immunohistochemically and histochemically stained slides to pathologist for routine or complex diagnosis and prognostic markers.

Responsibilities:

• Embeds and sections processed tissue sections to produce slides for diagnosis. Sections frozen tissue to produce slides for quick diagnosis during surgical procedures.
• Performs special staining techniques for interstitial elements of tissue sections to include micro-organisms and various cellular components including antigens and enzymes for complex diagnosis and prognostic markers.
• Conducts research and titrations of new antibodies used as diagnostic tools for diagnosis and prognosis. Serves as a consultant to laboratory staff and other clinical staff as needed.
• Maintains immediate work area and equipment used for embedding and sectioning specimens. Maintains processing equipment, stainers and solutions used in processes.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

• HT/HTL certification received after January 1st, 2004: Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program; or 60 semester hours of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry combined with one year full time acceptable experience in histopathology; or Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university with combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry combined with successful completion of a NAACLS accredited HT or HTL program or one year full time acceptable experience in histopathology.
  HT/HTL certification received prior to year 2004: High school diploma/GED.
  Required Licensure/Certification: Histotechnologist (HTL) or Histotechnician (HT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 6 months of hire.
  

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• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
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