Laboratory - Histo Tech

Cynet Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Histotechnologist for a 13-week night shift in its histology laboratory. You will process tissue specimens, embed and section tissue, and perform staining and immunohistochemistry with precision under pressure.

Minimum 1 year related experience preferred; ASCP certification required and MS Office proficiency. The role involves collaboration with pathologists and support staff to ensure accurate specimen handling and documentation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tissue processing, microtomy, staining, and IHC requirements.
• Ability to work with precision under pressure in an histology lab.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Process tissue specimens for histology and assign accession numbers.
• Embed, section, and mount tissue for microscopic examination.
• Perform routine and special staining, including immunohistochemistry.
• Contribute to QA and data gathering activities.

Skills

Histology knowledge

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Education

ASCP Certification (MLT/MT/HTL/HT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Laboratory - Histo Tech

Profession: Histotechnologist

Specialty: -

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Nights

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of related work experience preferred

License: MLT, MT, HTL or HT Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists required

Certifications: MLT, MT, HTL or HT Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists required

Must-Have:

Knowledge of all aspects of the histology lab, including tissue processing, microtomy, special staining procedures, and immunohistochemistry.Ability to work with precision and care to ensure accuracy and efficiency under periods of pressure and stress.Ability to establish rigid controls to ensure all specimens are properly identified as to source and type.Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.

Description:Under general direction, performs routine and advanced professional and technical work for the Histology Laboratory.Receives tissue specimens from clinical services and determines if specimens are labeled as to type.Assigns surgical pathology or autopsy accession numbers to specimens.Places specimens in proper fixation material.Assists the pathologist in gross dissection of tissue and submission for histology examination.Checks for proper accession number.Processes sections taken for microscopic examination through multiple phases required for preservation and fixation.Embeds and sections tissue and mounts on slides for examination.Performs all routine and special staining techniques of histology sections, as well as immunohistochemistry and advanced techniques.Participates in quality assurance and statistical data gathering.