Histotechnologist: Frozen Sections & Special Stains Pro

HCA Houston Healthcare; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits for medical, Rx

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with match and plan options

Educational assistance and student aid

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking a Histology Technician in Pasadena, TX. The role requires processing surgical pathology specimens and body fluids for pathologist review, with proficiency in cutting frozen sections, performing special stains, and immunohistochemical stains.

The candidate should have HT(ASCP) certification (or eligibility) and 1–2 years of related experience. The position emphasizes equipment maintenance, quality control, and records management in a clinical lab setting.

Qualifications

• HT(ASCP) certification or eligibility for HT exam.
• 1–2 years of experience in histology or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Process surgical pathology specimens and body fluids for review by pathologist.
• Cut frozen sections as required.
• Perform special stains and immunohistochemical stains.
• Maintain equipment and conduct quality control.

Skills

HT(ASCP) certification

Histology

Frozen section

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking a Histology Technician in Pasadena, TX. The role requires processing surgical pathology specimens and body fluids for pathologist review, with proficiency in cutting frozen sections, performing special stains, and immunohistochemical stains.

The candidate should have HT(ASCP) certification (or eligibility) and 1–2 years of related experience. The position emphasizes equipment maintenance, quality control, and records management in a clinical lab setting.