Histotechnologist — Precision Tissue Prep & Staining

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare tissue slides for microscopic examination, following the standard five-step process and ensuring quality and safety in a busy laboratory.

Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, staining, immunohistochemistry if needed, and digital imaging, with strict adherence to regulatory and safety standards. Strong biology knowledge and lab instrumentation proficiency required.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or higher with NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program.
• Associates Degree with 12 biology/chemistry hours and 1 year histopathology experience as defined by ASCP.
• Technical/Professional Training/Degree in Histotechnology.

Responsibilities

• Orient tissue samples during embedding, perform microtomy, stains, and may perform immunohistochemical analysis and digital imaging.
• Maintain, operate, troubleshoot instrumentation and document activities.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment including tissue processors, automatic stainers, cryostats and coverslippers.
• Adhere to safety procedures for hazardous materials and follow infection control policies.
• Follow quality assurance, proficiency testing, and regulatory standards.

Education

NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program

Associates Degree with Biology & Chemistry + 1 year histopathology experience

Technical/Professional Training/ Degree in Histotechnology

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences / Chemistry / Medical Technology (preferred)

Tools

LIS

EMR

Cryostat

Tissue Processors & Automatic Stainers

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare tissue slides for microscopic examination, following the standard five-step process and ensuring quality and safety in a busy laboratory.

Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, staining, immunohistochemistry if needed, and digital imaging, with strict adherence to regulatory and safety standards. Strong biology knowledge and lab instrumentation proficiency required.