Histotechnologist III

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, seeks a qualified Histology Technologist to oversee tissue processing and analysis. The role emphasizes microtomy, staining, QA, and mentorship within a high-standard lab environment.

Required are a histology/medical laboratory degree, 5+ years of experience, and HTL certification, with Florida licensure noted for candidates in that state. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in histology, medical laboratory technology, or related field with licensure (state-specific).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in histology or a clinical laboratory.
• ASCP HTL certification or equivalent; Florida licensure upon hire for Florida candidates.

Responsibilities

• Handle receipt, accessioning, and processing of complex high-priority specimens.
• Perform microtomy and staining, including ultra-thin sectioning.
• Conduct audits and implement corrective actions to maintain reliability.
• Coordinate with departments to streamline operations and resolve issues.
• Mentor and train junior technologists on techniques and best practices.
• Identify and resolve technical issues with specimen processing, staining, and equipment; maintain calibration.

Skills

Histology techniques

Mentoring junior staff

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Histotechnology

Florida licensure as Histology Technologist

Tools

ASCP HTL Certification

Job description

Sibley Memorial Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, has a distinguished history of serving the community since its founding in 1890. As a not-for-profit and full-service community hospital, Sibley offers medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetric, oncology, orthopedic and skilled nursing inpatient services, as well as a 24-hour Emergency Department. Sibley’s campus is also home to Grand Oaks, an assisted living residence, a medical building with physician offices and ambulatory surgery and imaging centers.

Summary

Oversees histological procedures and ensuring the standards of laboratory operations. Handles the receipt, processing, and analysis of advanced and priority tissue specimens, performing microtomy and staining, and handles quality assurance initiatives. Ensures regulatory compliance, mentors junior staff, and participates in research and development projects

What Awaits You:

• Career growth and development
• Tuition assistance
• Free onsite parking
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Essential Functions

• Handles the receipt, accessioning, and processing of complex and high-priority specimens.
• Performs and handles microtomy techniques, including cutting ultra-thin sections and handling challenging pecimens.
• Conducts regular audits, identifies areas for improvement, and implements corrective actions to maintain standards of reliability.
• Coordinates with other departments and stakeholders to streamline operations and resolve any issues that arise.
• Mentors and trains junior technologists, providing guidance on complex techniques and best practices.
• Identifies and resolves technical issues related to specimen processing, staining, and equipment.
  Handles the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of advanced laboratory equipment.
  Handles inventory of reagents, supplies, and equipment, ensuring availability and cost-effectiveness.
  Ensures the laboratory complies with all relevant regulatory standards and accreditation requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Candidates must meet minimum educational requirements for state-applicable certification and/or licensure:

Florida:

Bachelors or Associates degree in histtechnology, medical laboratory technology, or related field in conjunction with Fl State Licensure as Histology Technologist;

Maryland & District of Columbia:

Bachelors Degree in histtechnology, medical laboratory technology, or a related field from an accredited institution (Required)

• One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience or one year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.
• Minimum 5 Years of Experience in histology or a clinical laboratory (Required)
• Certification as Histotechnologist (HTL) from ASCP or other approved agency. For candidates practicing in state of Florida: Florida state licensure as Histology Technologist is required Upon Hire (Required)

Salary Range:

Minimum 35.00/hour - Maximum 57.71/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.