Histotechnologist II: Precision Slide Prep & Pathology

Tempus AI; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus AI in North Carolina is seeking a skilled Histology Technologist to prepare unstained and H&E slides from FFPE blocks, ensure proper orientation, and maintain specimen integrity. You will cut frozen sections with a cryostat and stain samples for pathologists.

Collaborate with in-house pathologists and lab coordinators, track work in a LIMS, conduct routine maintenance, adhere to CAP regulations and SOPs, and help drive safe, accurate workflows while meeting daily deadlines.

Qualifications

• ASCP HT or HTL certification required.
• College degree (associate or bachelor's) required.
• Previous histology experience required.
• Knowledge of CAP regulations.
• Experience with pathology laboratory SOPs and protocols.
• Comfort with laboratory safety and training.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills in the laboratory.
• Good communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare unstained and H&E slides from FFPE tissue blocks.
• Determine block orientation and knife angles for representative sections.
• Maintain specimen integrity and proper documentation.
• Cut frozen sections using a cryostat and stain samples for review.
• Collaborate with pathologists and lab coordinators for slide quality.
• Track work using a LIMS.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Adhere to safety requirements and SOPs.
• Produce quality finished products consistently.
• Meet daily cutting and staining deadlines with histology team.
• Communicate workflow needs to pathologists and team members.
• Report instrumentation or sample issues promptly and log incidents.

Skills

ASCP HT/HTL certification

Histology experience

CAP regulations knowledge

SOPs and protocols

Safety training and compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Histology or related field

Tools

LIMS

Cryostat

Microtome

Automated stainer

Coverslipper

Tissue processor

Embedding center

Job description

Tempus AI in North Carolina is seeking a skilled Histology Technologist to prepare unstained and H&E slides from FFPE blocks, ensure proper orientation, and maintain specimen integrity. You will cut frozen sections with a cryostat and stain samples for pathologists.

Collaborate with in-house pathologists and lab coordinators, track work in a LIMS, conduct routine maintenance, adhere to CAP regulations and SOPs, and help drive safe, accurate workflows while meeting daily deadlines.