Senior Histology Technician - Night Shift

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

On-site childcare

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Histology Technician to perform a range of laboratory procedures, including frozen and paraffin sectioning, staining, and quality control.

The role involves assisting with lab operations, data recording, and teaching activities for students and residents, under supervision. Candidates should have histology training and HT/HTL certification or be within the allowed hire window.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and completion of histology training program.
• HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification, or certification earned within six months of hire date (within 180 days).
• ASCP certification preferred or required within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform frozen sections and daily preparation of paraffin sections for staining.
• Perform and supervise staining, histochemical and immunohistochemical procedures with QA/QC monitoring.
• Prepare quality paraffin sections for routine and special stains per lab protocols.
• Complete special stain procedures and troubleshoot as needed.
• Follow safety and processing procedures for all specimens.
• Assist in data entry, documentation, and QA/QC data analysis and problem solving.
• Assist in lab operations, prioritize work, and maintain accreditation guidelines.
• Prepare dilutions and calculations for histology preparations; manage inventory.
• Prepare teaching materials for medical students and residents; train new staff.

Skills

Histology techniques

Attention to detail

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Histology training program

ASCP HT/HTL certification (or within 180 days)

Tools

Paraffin processor

Cryostat

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Histology Technician to perform a range of laboratory procedures, including frozen and paraffin sectioning, staining, and quality control.

The role involves assisting with lab operations, data recording, and teaching activities for students and residents, under supervision. Candidates should have histology training and HT/HTL certification or be within the allowed hire window.