Per Diem Histotechnologist — Tissue Diagnostics Expert

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson University Physicians is seeking a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist for per diem coverage in Center City Philadelphia and Greenville, DE. You will prepare tissue samples, perform embedding, microtomy, staining, and supervise quality control to support accurate diagnoses.

Qualifications include an Associate’s degree or HT (ASCP) certification with lab experience; 1–2 years preferred. The role emphasizes teamwork, training, and adherence to safety and laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree or HT (ASCP) certification with lab experience in lieu of a degree.
• 1–2 years of histology experience preferred; student training accepted.
• HT (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs histological procedures including embedding, cutting, and staining tissues for slide review.
• Maintains reagents and equipment; documents maintenance and QC data.
• Communicates specimen submission needs to clinical staff and participates in training.

Skills

Histology techniques

Immunohistochemistry

Quality control

Laboratory safety

Education

Associate’s degree in related life science

HT (ASCP) certification

Tools

Immunohistochemistry instrumentation

Microtomy equipment

Staining protocols

Job description

Jefferson University Physicians is seeking a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist for per diem coverage in Center City Philadelphia and Greenville, DE. You will prepare tissue samples, perform embedding, microtomy, staining, and supervise quality control to support accurate diagnoses.

Qualifications include an Associate’s degree or HT (ASCP) certification with lab experience; 1–2 years preferred. The role emphasizes teamwork, training, and adherence to safety and laboratory procedures.