Non-Certified Histo Technician

Mymlc; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mymlc is seeking a Histotechnician (non-certified) to work under supervision to prepare cytology and pathology slides for examination by pathologists. The role includes record-keeping, monitoring supplies, and ensuring quality control in a dedicated on-site laboratory in Saint Joseph, MO.

The candidate will embed and section tissues, manage blocks and slides, and handle specimen preparation while maintaining accurate patient data and department records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 12 hours of Biology and Chemistry coursework within the past 8 years.
• 1 year of laboratory experience required.
• 2 years histology clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Histotechnician HT or Histotechnologist HTL certification or training timelines are expected.

Responsibilities

• Embed, section, make cassettes and label tissues for examination by Pathologist.
• Enter patient information and charges in computer systems.
• Prepare and maintain cytology/pathology blocks, slides, stains, and reagents.
• Inventory, order, stock supplies for the area and frozen section room.
• Maintain area cleanliness and organization.
• Prepare specimens for send out and manage hotlines or calls.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Biology/chemistry coursework (12 hours)

Job description

Saint Joseph, MO, United States (On-site)

Job Description

The Histotechnician (non-certified) works under the supervision of the Histotechnologist HTL (ASCP) or Histologic Technician HT (ASCP) and Director to prepare cytology/pathology slides for examination by the pathologists, maintain the records of these examinations, and monitor the supplies and reagents as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Embed, section, make cassettes and label tissues for examination by the Pathologist.
• Perform computer operations necessary to enter patient information, charge for procedures, test and enter diagnosis.
• Prepare, and maintain the quality of cytology/pathology blocks, slide stains and reagents.
• Inventory, order, and stock supplies for the area and frozen section room. Picks up specimens from surgery, GI Lab and areas as needed.
• Keep the area clean and orderly.
• Take telephone calls and prepare specimens for send out.
• Complete competence listing as given by department lead.
• Maintain files of tissue blocks and slides.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent - Required
• 12 hours combined of college credit hours in Biology and Chemistry within the past 8 years - Required

Work Experience

• 1 Year - Laboratory experience - Required
• 2 Years - histology clinical laboratory experience - Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Histotechnician (HT) - Required within 2 years of Hire OR
• Histotechnologist (HTL) - Required with 2 years of Hire
• 12-14 months of clinical training/on-boarding period - Required