Lead Histotechnologist: Precision Tissue Diagnostics

Astera Cancer Care; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

United Urology Group is seeking a Histotechnologist Lead in Beltsville, MD to oversee tissue processing and slide preparation for pathologists. You will supervise histology workflows, ensure compliance with CAP/CLIA, and support project initiatives under the Laboratory Manager or Director.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or NAACLS certificate) and ASCP HT/HTL certification, with at least five years of histology experience and familiarity with digital pathology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of Histology experience.
• Immunohistochemistry experience is strongly desired.
• Digital Pathology experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Laboratory Manager or Director with scheduling efforts and workflow design.
• Accessioning, grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping of slides for microscopic analysis.
• Load specimens on the processor, ensuring quality and timeliness of production.
• Modify and validate procedures for immunohistochemistry and other staining.
• Maintain meticulous records of specimens, procedures and results.
• Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and documentation of samples.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager in meeting regulatory agency requirements (CAP, CLIA, etc.).
• Perform quality control procedures and document results.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

NAACLS Accredited Certificate

Job description

United Urology Group is seeking a Histotechnologist Lead in Beltsville, MD to oversee tissue processing and slide preparation for pathologists. You will supervise histology workflows, ensure compliance with CAP/CLIA, and support project initiatives under the Laboratory Manager or Director.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or NAACLS certificate) and ASCP HT/HTL certification, with at least five years of histology experience and familiarity with digital pathology.