Histotechnologist: Diagnostic Stains & IHC Expert

UCHealth; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Mental health support

Paid time off

Job summary

UCHealth in Longmont is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare slides using H&E, immunohistochemical, and histochemical stains for pathologists. This is an onsite, PRN daytime role with pay per hour range based on experience, $29.54–$44.31 hourly.

Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, and freezing tissue for rapid intraoperative diagnoses, performing special stains, and titrating antibodies. The role requires HT/HTL certification (post-2004 or equivalent) and ASCP certification within

Qualifications

• HT/HTL certification after Jan 1, 2004 required.
• HT/HTL certification prior to 2004 acceptable with high school diploma/GED.
• ASCP HT/HTL certification within 6 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Embeds and sections processed tissue sections to produce slides for diagnosis; sections frozen tissue for rapid intraoperative diagnosis.
• Performs special staining techniques for interstitial elements and antigens for prognosis.
• Conducts research and titrations of new antibodies used as diagnostic tools; serves as consultant to lab and clinical staff.
• Maintains work area and embedding/sectioning equipment; maintains processing equipment and stainers.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Education

NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program OR 60 sem hrs biology & chemistry + 1 year histopathology experience

Baccalaureate degree + 30 sem hrs biology & chemistry + HT/HTL program or 1 year histopathology experience

ASCP HT/HTL certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

UCHealth in Longmont is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare slides using H&E, immunohistochemical, and histochemical stains for pathologists. This is an onsite, PRN daytime role with pay per hour range based on experience, $29.54–$44.31 hourly.

Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, and freezing tissue for rapid intraoperative diagnoses, performing special stains, and titrating antibodies. The role requires HT/HTL certification (post-2004 or equivalent) and ASCP certification within