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CommonSpirit Health

Histotechnologist

Caldwell, TX

Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program. Opt 2: Bachelor Degree ...

CommonSpirit Health

Histotechnologist

Houston, TX · On-site

Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program. Opt 2: Bachelor Degree ...

CommonSpirit Health

Histotechnologist

Caldwell, TX

Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program. Opt 2: Bachelor Degree ...

Catholic Health Initiatives

Histotechnologist

Lufkin, TX

$26.06 - $38.76/hr

Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program. Opt 2: Bachelor Degree ...

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Histology Technician Certified

Baylor St Luke's Medical Center

Houston, TX

$28.10 - $41.80/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose:
Prepares and processes tissue samples for routine histologic techniques to be examined under a microscope by a pathologist. The histologic techniques include the following: fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining of tissue for the pathologist evaluation and diagnosis.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities:
Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
Sections and stains histological specimens for routine and special studies. Prepares various stains, solutions, and other compounds used in the staining process. Follows written technical procedures.
Prioritizes work appropriately. Follows laboratory turnaround time standards. Uses time efficiently.
Assists pathologists within scope of practice.
Monitors supply inventory and assists in ordering and stocking, properly logs reagents and supplies into the lab when received. Follows laboratory inventory procedures.
Demonstrates competency operating, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment and instruments in accordance with manufacturer specifications and completes maintenance records. Contacts Biomedical Engineering or Manufacturer for assistance or repair as needed.
Able to multitask effectively and to work with limited supervision.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:
Opt 1: Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program

Opt 2: HS and 60 college/university semester hrs, with a combination of 12 hrs biology and chemistry (must include both) AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

Opt 3: Associates degree with a combination of 12 hrs biology and chemistry (must include both) AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

Opt 4: Will consider candidates with High School diploma and two or more years of experience in all areas of routine histology in lieu of academic credit/degree and/or certification.

Preferred Education and Certifications:
Associate degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician program, AND/OR
Histotechnician certification, HT, by American Society of Clinical Pathology

Where You'll Work

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.


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$28.10 - $41.80 /hour

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