Pathology Histotechnician I/II/III (PRN)

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off (37-38 days per year)

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Free mental health counseling services

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Texas is hiring a Histotechnician to assist in laboratory operations, including tissue processing and maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree and ASCP certification. This is a full-time entry-level position based in Houston, TX, offering comprehensive benefits including health insurance and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of directly related experience.
• Exerts up to 50 pounds force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Performs tissue processing, embedding, cutting, and staining.
• Maintains laboratory cleanliness and instruments.
• Complies with departmental SOPs and responds to emergency situations.

Skills

Certified Histotechnician (HT(ASCP))

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Job Title: Histotechnician

Assists in the day-to-day operations of the laboratory with regard to histology specimen processing. Processes and prepares patient tissue according to department procedures using a wide range and depth of technical and specialized knowledge. Participates in laboratory operations as needed and supports continuous improvement of laboratory services to ensure high quality and timely pathology for quality diagnosis.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – approximately 37-38 days per year)
• Increased vacation accrual with longevity
• Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service)
• Retirement/pension plan
• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and wellness programs
• Employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones
• Child and elder care resources

Key Accountabilities

• Performs tissue processing, embedding in paraffin, cutting, sectioning, staining, and mounting on slides for interpretation by a pathologist.
• Performs slide preparation according to SOP guidelines.
• Assists with quality control standards in the laboratory.
• Helps maintain blocks and/or slides files.
• Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state and performs scheduled equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certifications as required.
• Complies with all departmental SOPs and adheres to all rules and protocols.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills

• Certified Histotechnician (HT(ASCP)) by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required.

Minimum Education

Associate’s degree.

Minimum Experience

Six months of directly related experience.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code and Texas Government Code. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Location

Houston, TX

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