Histotechnologist: Precision Tissue Prep & Staining Expert

kansashealthsystem; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Hospital in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Histotechnologist to prepare tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation, including embedding, sectioning, staining and immunohistochemistry as needed.

The role requires strong biological knowledge, meticulous documentation and the ability to operate tissue processors, stainers, cryostats and coverslippers with strict safety compliance. ASCP eligibility and B.S. in related fields are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school or higher with NAACLS-accredited histotechnology training or equivalent
• Associates degree with 12 biology/chemistry hours and 1 year histopathology experience as defined by ASCP
• Histotechnology-related technical/professional training or degree

Responsibilities

• Orient tissue samples during embedding and perform microtomy, staining and immunohistochemical analysis
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and document outcomes
• Operate tissue processors, automatic stainers, cryostats and coverslippers
• Dispose of biohazardous materials and follow safety protocols
• Direct questions to pathologist/supervisor as needed
• Maintain LIS/EMR/PC proficiency and participate in QA/QI activities
• Participate in proficiency testing and record results timely

Skills

Laboratory skills

Quality control

Documentation

Education

NAACLS histotechnology program

Associates degree with biology/chemistry + histopathology experience

Histotechnology credential/degree

Bachelor of Science in biological sciences

Tools

Tissue processor

Automatic stainer

Cryostat

Coverslipper

Job description

Bell Hospital in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Histotechnologist to prepare tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation, including embedding, sectioning, staining and immunohistochemistry as needed.

The role requires strong biological knowledge, meticulous documentation and the ability to operate tissue processors, stainers, cryostats and coverslippers with strict safety compliance. ASCP eligibility and B.S. in related fields are preferred.