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How much do histology lab aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for histology lab aide in the United States is $35.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a histology lab aide do?

A Histology Lab Aide assists laboratory staff by preparing and organizing tissue samples for microscopic examination. Their duties often include labeling specimens, maintaining lab equipment, cleaning work areas, and ensuring that supplies are stocked. They play a crucial support role in the pathology or histology lab, helping pathologists and histotechnologists focus on more specialized tasks. This position requires attention to detail and adherence to strict safety and quality protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a histology lab aide?

To thrive as a Histology Lab Aide, you need a strong attention to detail, basic laboratory skills, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent, though some employers may prefer additional coursework in biology or laboratory sciences. Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols, specimen labeling, and use of equipment like microtomes and staining machines is typically required. Organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills for supporting laboratory workflow and collaborating with pathologists and technicians. These skills ensure accurate specimen handling, efficient lab operations, and reliable diagnostic results.

What are some common challenges faced by a histology lab aide, and how can they be addressed?

Histology Lab Aides often manage multiple tasks simultaneously, such as preparing tissue samples, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring accurate labeling. A common challenge is maintaining precision and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment where errors can impact diagnostic outcomes. Effective time management, strong organizational skills, and clear communication with pathologists and technicians can help address these challenges. Additionally, being proactive about learning lab protocols and seeking feedback can lead to smoother workflow and career growth.

What is the difference between Histology Lab Aide vs Histology Technician?

AspectHistology Lab AideHistology Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingAssociate degree in histotechnology or related field; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratory support, assisting with specimen preparationPerforming tissue processing, staining, and microscopic analysis
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, labs, research facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, research institutions

While both roles support histology labs, Histology Lab Aides typically handle basic support tasks and specimen preparation, whereas Histology Technicians perform more advanced processing and analysis. The technician role requires specialized education and certification, making it more technical and autonomous.

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Infographic showing various Histology Lab Aide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,895 per year, or $35 per hour.

Histology Aide 1 - FT - Day - Danbury

Danbury, CT • On-site

Nuvance Health
Outpatient Health Care • 10K+ employees
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$17 - $31.36/hr

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Job Title

Position at Danbury Hospital

Job Description

Maintains the integrity of all surgical specimens to aid in the Pathologist's diagnosis of disease.

Responsibilities

Accurately registers patient specimens.

Accessions specimens, verifies patient ID, physician demographics, clinical information and pertinent history to ensure accurate information for testing & billing.

Processes specimens in compliance with all applicable procedures & protocols observing all safety & OSHA standards.

Achieves the organizations established expectations regarding quality of service, teamwork, customer service, safety, education, & staff development.

Performs daily section set up to ensure each area is operational & that all areas are clean & in working order including but not limited to accessioning, main lab, grossing rooms, frozen room and waste room.

Maintains precise quality control is documented for multiple areas of the laboratory.

Communicates with physicians' offices & clinics, handling requests for information.

Performs clerical tasks as needed including computer data entry, faxing reports, answering phones, filing slides, blocks and requisitions accurately.

Maintains inventory of supplies to ensure uninterrupted workflow & avoiding costly rush orders.

Puts away supplies as they are received.

Verifies that cases are complete, tracks, and sends to appropriate pathologist or facility.

Operates, changes and maintains the stainer and cleans excess paraffin from embedded blocks and puts them in numerical order.

Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

Maintains and models the organization's values.

Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

Performs other duties as required.

Education Skills Experience

Requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma. Associate's degree preferred.

Working Conditions

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 132

Department: Pathology Anatomic

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $17.00 - $31.36 Hourly

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