Senior Histotechnologist—IHC & QA Expert

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health is seeking a skilled Histotechnologist to perform complex histology procedures and provide technical expertise in pathology services. The role emphasizes advanced staining, quality assurance, and ongoing process improvement.

The candidate will collaborate with laboratory leadership, lead validation activities for new reagents and instrumentation, and mentor Histotechnologist I staff while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree including coursework meeting ASCP Histotechnologist certification requirements.
• HTL (ASCP) certification.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible histology experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced histology procedures including complex tissue preparation, special stains, immunohistochemistry, frozen sections, and other specialized testing methodologies.
• Serves as a technical resource for histology staff and assists with resolution of complex testing and instrumentation issues.
• Leads validation and implementation activities for new reagents, antibodies, instrumentation, and testing procedures.
• Assists with collection and preparation of specialized pathology specimens as needed.
• Participates in laboratory quality assurance, quality improvement, and accreditation readiness activities.
• Evaluates testing performance, identifies quality concerns, and implements corrective actions in collaboration with laboratory leadership.
• Provides mentoring, technical guidance, and competency support for Histotechnologist I staff, trainees, and other pathology personnel.
• Assists with development, review, and maintenance of laboratory procedures and technical documentation.
• Identifies workflow improvement opportunities and recommends operational enhancements that improve quality, service, and efficiency.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting and serves as an escalation resource for technical issues affecting laboratory operations.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Histology expertise

Quality assurance

Troubleshooting

Technical guidance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree with ASCP histology coursework

HTL (ASCP) certification

Job description

Bozeman Health is seeking a skilled Histotechnologist to perform complex histology procedures and provide technical expertise in pathology services. The role emphasizes advanced staining, quality assurance, and ongoing process improvement.

The candidate will collaborate with laboratory leadership, lead validation activities for new reagents and instrumentation, and mentor Histotechnologist I staff while maintaining regulatory compliance.