Travel Histology Technologist - $1,760 per week

PRIDE Health is seeking a travel Histology Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Houston, Texas (77030). Job Description Seeking a skilled Histology Technician/Technologist with strong experience in routine histology, special stains, and tissue processing. The candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality histological preparations while maintaining strict turnaround times and quality standards in a hospital laboratory environment. Key Responsibilities Verify specimen identification, type, and adequacy per laboratory protocols Prioritize and manage workload based on turnaround time requirements Perform tissue processing using appropriate programs and reagent sequencing Embed tissue specimens and perform microtomy (≥30 blocks/hour) with precision Prepare sections at correct thickness with minimal quality issues Conduct routine and special stains (AFB, Gram, MSN, Oro) Perform coverslipping (≥3 slides/min) and ensure timely slide distribution Assist in procedures including liver biopsies and fine-needle aspirations Handle fresh specimens across multiple departments (Cryostat, CT, EM lab, etc.) Troubleshoot technical and specimen‑related issues effectively Required Qualifications Certification: HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) – Required Education: Associate’s Degree in Science or Histology Experience: Minimum 2 years of paid histology experience (hospital/reference lab preferred) Strong expertise in: paraffin tissue processing, embedding and microtomy, routine histology workflows Preferred Skills Experience with special stains, frozen sections, and non-gynecologic cytology Familiarity with histology laboratory instrumentation: tissue processors, embedding stations, microtomes, cryostats, stainers, and microscopes Strong problem‑solving and multitasking abilities Effective communication and independent decision‑making skills Basic computer proficiency and laboratory systems knowledge Additional Information Location: Houston, TX77030 Contract: 13 Weeks with possible extension Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4:00 AM–12:30 PM (8 hrs/day, 40 hrs/week) Local Pay range: $35–$38/hour Travel Gross Pay: $1600–$1760/week Benefits Weekly pay Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours 401(k) retirement plan Cancellation protection Referral bonus Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr PRIDE Health