Histotechnologist

Nemours Children's Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children’s Health in Orlando, FL is seeking a Histotechnologist (Full-Time) to join our Anatomic Pathology team. The role involves microtomy, embedding, frozen sections and staining of surgical tissues, with on-call responsibilities as required.

Responsibilities include preparing stained slides, handling specimens, and assisting pathologists in tissue evaluation. Requires an Associate degree, FL license, and HT/HTL certification; IHC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required with Florida licensure in histology.
• National histology certification required or in progress.
• 1–3 years histology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform histology procedures including microtomy, embedding, frozen sections and staining.
• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation and assist pathologists as needed.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Participate in on-call coverage and document laboratory activities.
• Assist with specimen logging, quality checks, and inventory management.

Skills

Histology procedures

Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

Slide preparation

Tissue sectioning

Education

Associate's degree

Florida Histology Technologist License

National Certification in Histotechnician/Histotechnologist

Tools

Microscopes

Stainers

Embedding centers

Tissue processors

Microtomes

Job description

Job Description

Nemours is seeking a Histotechnologist (Full-Time), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Orlando, Florida. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00a - 5:30p with a rotating On call requirement.

This position is responsible for performing Histology procedures, such as microtomy, embedding, frozen sections and staining of surgical tissues.

• Performs technical procedures in Histology, under the direction of the Anatomic Pathology Supervisor and Pathologists, with frequent interactions to discuss specimens and testing. Picks up and delivers specimens as required or assigned. Performs gross examination of biopsies and surgical tissues. Routinely assists pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation. Prepares stained and unstained slides from fixed and unfixed tissue. Participates in on-call program as assigned to provide coverage, including during “off‑hours” as necessary for patient care. Must be able to respond rapidly to urgent request, such as preparation of frozen sections for patients under sedation, including on‑call hours. Preforms staining techniques as assigned. Prepares tissues for histochemical evaluation. Trains others in duties as assigned (e.g., students, residents, etc.). May assist with autopsies off‑site as needed. Photographs specimens as instructed.
• Receives and logs patient specimens, following laboratory policies. Must be able to read and understand a variety of written material such as tissue request forms and specimen requirement procedures. Must be able to check reagent lots and other identification numbers and evaluate accuracy and completeness. Must identify errors in such identification numbers and written information and respond accordingly, initiating corrective action which may include notification of pathologist, nursing, physicians, lab administrator or others. Enters charges for tests performed as assigned, whether through a computer or manually.
• Uses laboratory equipment following established procedures. Such equipment may include microscopes, centrifuges, stainers, embedding centers, tissues processors, microtomes, weighing devices and a variety of photographic and temperature‑controlled equipment. Must follow maintenance and safety procedures for all equipment. Must record information as assigned, such as temperature, humidity, etc. Must report any problems in a timely fashion. Maintains laboratory records, blocks, slides, photographs, etc. in an organized manner to allow for rapid retrieval and safe storage for long periods of time. Performs cleaning and disinfecting (e.g., lab, storage areas, etc.). Maintains a neat work area and performs other tasks related to routine lab functions.
• Follow all lab and hospital safety procedures including all infection control, OSHA and JCAHO safety policies. Must be able to perform functions using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as disposable gloves, lab coats, face shields, goggles, bench top shields, etc. Will frequently handle many chemicals in various forms; must be able to follow appropriate handling recommendations for these substances. Follow procedures for monitoring hazardous chemical exposure levels. Disposal of biohazard waste, such as formalin, xylene, specimens as assigned.
• Reviews inventory of lab supplies; orders supplies as appropriate considering cost efficiency, test volume and work requirements. Checks expiration dates and informs appropriate supervisor when problems develop that require intervention. Follows lab section inventory procedures (e.g., recording date received, conditions when received, checking order forms, invoices, etc.). Retrieves supplies and equipment from storage areas required for daily tasks.
• Tabulate workload statistics regularly (e.g., monthly) and submits these to laboratory administration, department supervisor, pathologist, or others as assigned. Reviews technical and administrative procedures and stays informed about section changes, procedure changes, etc. Reviews questions about procedures with Histology supervisor as needed.

Job Requirements

• Associate's degree required.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years' experience required.
• State of Florida Histology Technologist License required.
• National Certification as a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist required.
• Preferred experience with Immunohistochemistry (IHC), grossing specimens and frozen sections including muscle.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Learn more at Nemours.org.