Histotechnologist / Histotechnician

Location: Nashville, TN

Salary Range: $31.80 – $47.75/hr + 100% relocation

Shift: 3rd Shift

Shift Differential: +$3.50/hr

Employment Type: Full-Time

Join Our Nashville, TN Team!

Our client is seeking a skilled Histotechnologist / Histotechnician to support advanced diagnostic pathology services in a high-volume anatomic pathology laboratory.

Requirements to Apply

• Bachelor’s degree required
• ASCP Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant histology experience
• Experience with tissue processing, embedding, cutting, and staining
• Knowledge of histology and immunocytochemistry procedures
• Strong attention to detail, quality control, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory environment

Job Overview

This position focuses on preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination, performing specialized histology and immunocytochemistry testing, and supporting molecular testing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily workload including embedding, cutting, staining, and specialized histology procedures
• Perform histology and immunocytochemistry testing to support patient diagnosis
• Process specimens for molecular testing
• Perform and document instrument maintenance
• Maintain quality control records and laboratory documentation
• Troubleshoot laboratory processes and follow up as needed
• Assess tissue adequacy and properly handle tissue specimens
• Communicate specimen information with pathologists and fellows
• Train and provide support to Histotechnologists and Histotechnicians
• Support high-volume testing and stat requests

Shift Details

• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM or 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Shift hours may vary based on department needs
• Employees must work at least 4 hours within the applicable shift to receive the differential
• 3rd Shift Differential: +$3.50/hr

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $31.80 – $47.75/hr
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities

Other Perks

• State-of-the-art 110,000-square-foot diagnostic core laboratory
• Exposure to advanced diagnostic and molecular testing
• Opportunities to train and mentor junior staff
• Collaborative academic medical environment
• Support for routine and specialized diagnostic testing

Why This Opportunity?

Join a leading academic medical center's Histopathology team and contribute to advanced diagnostic workflows while working alongside experienced pathology professionals in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Why Nashville?

Nashville offers a vibrant community, renowned music scene, excellent dining, outdoor recreation, and a growing healthcare environment.