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Quest Diagnostics

Histotechnologist II

Marietta, GA · On-site

$30.85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide training and guidance to Histotechnicians/Histotechnologists, students and lab aides. * Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining ...

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

Histotechnologist II

Marietta, GA · On-site

$30.85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide training and guidance toHistotechnicians/Histotechnologists, students and lab aides. * Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, includingcytopreparation, staining ...

Sanzie HealthCare Services Inc

CNA Classes

Fayetteville, GA · On-site

$8.34 - $15.97/hr

Become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in Just 4 Weeks!Next CNA Program Starts:May 26, 2025Classes ... Complete your CNA certification in just 4 weeks with a combination of classroom and hands-on lab ...

Sanzie HealthCare Services Inc

CNA Classes

Fayetteville, GA · On-site

$8.34 - $15.97/hr

Become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in Just 4 Weeks!Next CNA Program Starts:October 28, 2024Classes ... Complete your CNA certification in just 4 weeks with a combination of classroom and hands-on lab ...

Sanzie Healthcare Services

CNA Students

Fayetteville, GA · On-site

$8.34 - $15.97/hr

Become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in Just 4 Weeks! Next CNA Program Starts: October 28, 2024 ... Complete your CNA certification in just 4 weeks with a combination of classroom and hands-on lab ...

Sanzie Healthcare Services

*CNA Students

Fayetteville, GA

$8.34 - $15.97/hr

Become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in Just 4 Weeks! Next CNA Program Starts: May 26, 2025 Classes ... Complete your CNA certification in just 4 weeks with a combination of classroom and hands-on lab ...

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How much do lab aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab aide in Atlanta, GA is $17.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.09 and $19.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Lab Aide, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional coursework in science being advantageous. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data entry systems, and basic safety protocols is typically required. Strong organization, teamwork, and communication skills help a Lab Aide efficiently support researchers and maintain a safe work environment. These competencies ensure accurate results, compliance with safety standards, and smooth lab operations.

What is a lab aide?

Lab aides are support staff who assist in laboratories by preparing materials, cleaning equipment, maintaining inventories, and sometimes helping with basic experiments or data entry. They work under the supervision of scientists, lab technicians, or instructors to ensure that the laboratory remains organized and safe. Lab aides play a crucial role in keeping daily operations running smoothly, allowing researchers and students to focus on more complex tasks.

What are the typical responsibilities of a lab aide?

Lab Aides play a crucial support role by assisting with routine tasks such as preparing equipment, cleaning glassware, maintaining supplies, and sometimes recording basic data. They help ensure that the laboratory runs smoothly and efficiently, allowing scientists and technicians to focus on more specialized tasks. This role often involves collaborating closely with lab staff, following strict safety protocols, and being adaptable to changing priorities. By maintaining an organized and well-stocked environment, Lab Aides significantly contribute to the productivity and safety of the entire laboratory team.

What is the difference between Lab Aide vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab AideLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentPost-secondary education, often a certificate or associate degree
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labsMedical labs, research facilities, hospitals
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample collection, preparing specimens, cleaning equipmentPerforming tests, analyzing samples, maintaining lab equipment

While both roles support laboratory operations, Lab Aides typically handle basic tasks and sample preparation, requiring minimal formal education. Laboratory Technicians perform more complex testing and analysis, often requiring specialized training or certification. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Lab Aide job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,957 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Histotechnologist II

Quest Diagnostics

Marietta, GA • On-site

$30.85/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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97th of 120 rated laboratories

Job description


Histotechnologist II - Marietta, GA, Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Pay range: $30.85+ per hour
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • and so much more!
The position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnologist and possesses ASCP certification in Histotechnology. The individual in this position will perform all routine histopathology functions, as well as handle some more complex tasks. The individual will work under limited supervision, provide guidance to technical staff and may lead some projects.
Responsibilities
  • Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
  • Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnologist I.
  • May perform gross tissue examination (high complexity testing) if meets personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489 and the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP.
  • Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
  • Obtain and validate control tissue used in special stains.
  • Perform all special stain procedures.
  • May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
  • May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.
  • May perform IHC testing.
  • Provide training and guidance to Histotechnicians/Histotechnologists, students and lab aides.
  • Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
  • Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies, and documents all quality control activities; has the ability to recognize outliers and correct them.
  • Differentiate acceptable and unacceptable processing, embedding, cutting and staining of tissue specimens.
  • May be required to develop, execute, or validate new procedures.
  • Capable of identifying problems that may affect test performance or reporting of test results and resolve or immediately report to histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor or director.
  • Capable of completing daily, routine histology functions without supervision.
  • Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
  • Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
  • Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
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Required Work Experience:
  • AS degree or equivalent training and experience
  • HT (ASCP)
  • 3 years Histology experience
  • Current state licensure, if applicable
  • Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.
  • If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP.
Preferred Work Experience:
  • BS degree
  • HTL (ASCP)
  • Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program
  • 6 years of histopathology experience
  • Immunohistochemistry experience
Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
  • Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
  • Frequent walking and/or standing.
  • May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity
Education
  • Associates Degree or equivalent training and experience (Required)
  • Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
  • Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
  • HT (ASCP) (Required)
  • HTL (ASCP) (Preferred)
  • NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred)

About the Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
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