Histotechnologist: Precision Tissue Prep & Staining

Southeast Health; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Health is seeking a histology technician to join the lab on a day shift. You will receive and log specimens, prepare tissue sections, and perform stains to differentiate normal from abnormal cells.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1-2 years of histologic trainee experience, with adherence to universal precautions and safety policies. You will work as part of a collaborative lab team, ensuring accurate processing and reporting of specimens.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years experience as a histologic trainee.
• Follows universal precautions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receives and logs specimens using the laboratory information system.
• Cuts microthin sections of paraffin embedded tissue samples using standard microtome techniques to prepare quality sections for staining.
• Performs routine and special stains on specimens using approved differential staining techniques to distinguish normal from pathologic cells.
• Performs equipment preventive maintenance on all equipment to minimize service interruptions.
• Fixes and embeds surgical tissues using semi-automated and fully automated equipment to prepare tissues for microthin sectioning.
• Correctly prepares cytology specimens for cellblocks or slides.
• Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures.
• Attends required safety training programs and can describe responsibilities related to general safety and hazards.

Skills

Histology

Laboratory safety

Quality control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory information system

Microtome

Job description

Southeast Health is seeking a histology technician to join the lab on a day shift. You will receive and log specimens, prepare tissue sections, and perform stains to differentiate normal from abnormal cells.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1-2 years of histologic trainee experience, with adherence to universal precautions and safety policies. You will work as part of a collaborative lab team, ensuring accurate processing and reporting of specimens.