Histotechnologist: Precision Tissue Staining Expert

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking an experienced Histology Technician to process surgical pathology specimens, embed tissue in paraffin, and prepare slides with precision for microscopic evaluation in a fast-paced laboratory.

You will follow SOPs, maintain quality controls, manage supplies, and participate in cross-shift coverage, contributing to patient care and accurate diagnostic services.

Qualifications

• Associate of science degree in a NAACLS-accredited histology technician program or a two-year associate of science degree with 60 semester hours including 12–18 quarter hours of chemistry and biology.
• One year of LSA experience in a high complexity Histology laboratory or similar histology-related experience.
• ASCP Histotechnologist Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processes and embeds tissue in paraffin and cuts paraffin blocks using microtomes.
• Follows SOPs, prepares stains and solutions, and stains prepared tissue including frozen slides and cytology preparations.
• Coverslips and evaluates microscopically the quality of stains and sections.
• Maintains equipment for proper functioning and supply inventories.
• Maintains supplies and ensures a clean work environment according to hospital protocols.
• Participates in inter-shift coverage for time off, emergencies, and holidays.
• Prepares slides and blocks maintaining patient identification per lab practices.

Skills

Histology

Education

AS degree in NAACLS-accredited Histology Technician program

Two-year AS with 60 semester hours incl. chem & biology

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking an experienced Histology Technician to process surgical pathology specimens, embed tissue in paraffin, and prepare slides with precision for microscopic evaluation in a fast-paced laboratory.

You will follow SOPs, maintain quality controls, manage supplies, and participate in cross-shift coverage, contributing to patient care and accurate diagnostic services.