Night-Shift Histotechnologist: Tissue Tech & IHC Specialist

Prime Healthcare; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Histotechnician for the St Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL. The role involves preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including fixation, processing, embedding, and microtomy, with IHC support as applicable.

Qualifications include an associate degree in life sciences and HT/ASCP certification (preferred), plus hospital lab experience. Full-time nights; strong emphasis on safety, quality, and timely turnaround.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in biological/chemical/clinical lab science or histotech program required.
• HT/ASCP Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Hospital lab experience (1 year) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including fixation, processing, embedding, and microtomy.
• Perform routine and special stains per established protocols.
• Assist with immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining and related procedures.
• Ensure proper specimen identification, labeling, and tracking throughout processing.

Skills

Histology procedures

Immunohistochemistry

Lab safety

Education

Associate’s degree in life sciences

HT/ASCP Certification

Tools

Microtome

Processors

Stainers

Job description

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Histotechnician for the St Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL. The role involves preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including fixation, processing, embedding, and microtomy, with IHC support as applicable.

Qualifications include an associate degree in life sciences and HT/ASCP certification (preferred), plus hospital lab experience. Full-time nights; strong emphasis on safety, quality, and timely turnaround.