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UnityPoint Health

Histology Assistant

Sioux City, IA · On-site

The Assistant performs Secretarial duties for the Histolgy Department also. At UnityPoint Health ... internship preferred. * License(s)/Certification(s): ASCP Certification in Histology preferred.

UnityPoint Health

Histology Assistant

Sioux City, IA · On-site

The Assistant performs Secretarial duties for the Histolgy Department also. Why UnityPoint Health ... internship preferred. * License(s)/Certification(s): ASCP Certification in Histology preferred.

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Missoula, MT · On-site

... assist in diagnosis and treatment of disease. This position includes staining and processing of ... Completion of appropriate training/internship. * Licensure: CLA or equivalent training in histology ...

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Histology Technician

Missoula, MT · On-site

... assist in diagnosis and treatment of disease. This position includes staining and processing of ... Completion of appropriate training/internship. * Licensure: CLA or equivalent training in histology ...

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Missoula, MT · On-site

... assist in diagnosis and treatment of disease. This position includes staining and processing of ... Completion of appropriate training/internship. * Licensure: CLA or equivalent training in histology ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship histology assistant in the United States is $23.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectInternship Histology AssistantHistology Technician
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recently completed relevant education; no formal certification requiredPost-secondary education; certification or licensing may be preferred
Work EnvironmentEducational or training labs, hospitals, research facilitiesClinical laboratories, hospitals, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageInternship programs, educational institutions, entry-level rolesHealthcare, research, diagnostic labs
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level or training roles in histologyCareer progression, job responsibilities, qualifications

In summary, an Internship Histology Assistant is typically a training or entry-level position for students or recent graduates, focusing on gaining practical experience. A Histology Technician is a more experienced role requiring specific education and certifications, with greater responsibilities in clinical or research settings.

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Histology Assistant

Sioux City, IA • On-site

UnityPoint Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

UnityPoint Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 366 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

UnityPoint-St Luke's Hospital

PRN (as needed)

Evening and Weekend Shifts

The Histology Assistant processes and prepares tissue and cytology specimens in a timely and accurate manner for gross and microscopic examination.  The Assistant performs Secretarial duties for the Histolgy Department also.


At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:   

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.


Key Accountability

  • Demonstrates technical and operational expertise
  • Interprets quality control results and instrument function
  • Completes scheduled preventive maintenance duties
  • Provides assistance and guidance involving repairs, validations, and function checks
  • Organizes, prioritizes, executes and interprets workload. Actively assists coworkers with interpretations and troubleshooting and possible follow-up corrective actions
    Participates in quality assurance (QA). Attends and participates in QA laboratory meetings as requested.
  • Resource management: Assists and monitors necessary supplies and kit availability for patient testing.  Responsible for following manufacturer’s recommended instructions for utilizing testing material and kits.  Assists with reagent orders from vendors.
  • Technical and teaching assistance: Provides operational training for coworkers involving manual, automated, and organizational skills for patient testing. Provides knowledge acquired thru experience and training to assist new hires and current coworkers
  • Accessions pathology cases (patient demographics); assesses and documents the adequacy of pathology specimens when received; prepares cytology specimens; assists pathologists in preparation of tissue specimens for gross examination;
  • Assists with frozen sections; embeds tissues and operates a microtome to prepare microscopic slides; performs special stains.
  • Assists in department quality control activities and scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment including daily temperatures
  • Performs clerical activities including but not limited to, filing and retrieving pathology slides and blocks; assists in supply inventory; performs solvent recycling; assists in disposal of tissues and morgue maintenance.

  • Education:  High School Diploma required.  Completion of a CEHEA accredited histology program or associated degree in related science field plus 1 year of internship preferred.
  • License(s)/Certification(s): ASCP Certification in Histology preferred.
  • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  Accountability.  Adaptability.  Interpersonal skills.  Planning and organizational skills.  Decision making.
  • Other:  Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

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At UnityPoint Health, we provide care in nine regions throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. As the nation's fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health keeps people at the center of all we do. We are looking for dynamic and talented individuals to join our team. You'll find opportunities for every sized dream.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1995

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