Histotechnologist: Sign-On Bonus, Relocation, Growth

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

MU Health Care is seeking a detail-driven Histotechnologist for the University Hospital Histology lab. The role focuses on producing precise tissue preparations and applying immunohistochemical techniques to support critical diagnoses.

It offers a Sunday–Thursday shift with call/weekends/holidays rotation and a strong emphasis on QA/QC, accuracy, and professional growth. You will work in a collaborative environment committed to patient care, with opportunities to advance skills in evolving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; associates may substitute if histotechnologist qualifying by Feb 28, 1992.
• Proficiency in immunohistochemical techniques and tissue processing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct immunohistochemical techniques for diagnosis of pathologic conditions in tissues, cryo-sections, cytology, and hematology preparations.
• Prepare nerve, muscle, and kidney tissue for specialized techniques.
• Perform and refine advanced procedures and protocols for evaluation of enzymes in tissues, specifically muscles.
• Prepare kidney and skin specimens for direct immunofluorescence (DIF).
• Utilize proper techniques and procedures for cryo-sectioning of tissue to further evaluate routine, special stains, and immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Develop and implement new or modified protocols to stay abreast of current laboratory trends.
• Perform and monitor QA/QC to maintain the highest quality in all protocols and procedures. Document daily data entry and staining procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• May assist higher-level technical staff with instruction and teaching laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Maintain daily documentation, troubleshoot malfunctions, and perform preventative maintenance on all laboratory equipment.
• Properly dispose of unwanted material per laboratory, university, state, and federal government protocols.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Skills

IHC techniques

Tissue prep

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree (Histotechnologist qualifying by 1992)

Job description

MU Health Care is seeking a detail-driven Histotechnologist for the University Hospital Histology lab. The role focuses on producing precise tissue preparations and applying immunohistochemical techniques to support critical diagnoses.

It offers a Sunday–Thursday shift with call/weekends/holidays rotation and a strong emphasis on QA/QC, accuracy, and professional growth. You will work in a collaborative environment committed to patient care, with opportunities to advance skills in evolving