Histotechnologist

Position Title

Histotechnologist

Job Description Summary

Join the team at VHC Health , a nationally recognized, 548-bed teaching hospital in Arlington, Virginia, committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. As a Histotechnologist , you will play a vital role in supporting accurate and timely diagnostic services that directly impact patient outcomes. This is an opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, alongside a collaborative team of skilled professionals, in a hospital recognized for quality, safety, and innovation. If you are passionate about precision, scientific excellence, and making a real difference in patient care, this role offers both professional growth and the chance to contribute to a highly respected healthcare organization.

At VHC Health, you're more than an employee, you're part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and growth. You'll work alongside highly skilled professionals in a supportive environment where your voice is heard, your contributions matter, and your career development is a priority. With state-of-the-art facilities, expanding specialty services, and strong community partnerships, VHC Health offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career while making a real difference for patients and the community we serve.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Histotechnologist provides valuable assistance to the Lead Histotechnologist, Medical Technologist and the Pathologists in maintaining facilities and providing the materials necessary for the practice of Anatomic Pathology. The facilities include the areas for autopsies, surgical pathology gross, frozen sections and Histopathology

Education:

Bachelor's degree in medical technology is required.

Experience:

Five years of experience in anatomical pathology is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

Physical Requirements:

Administrative: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions: Repetitive movement of hands and fingers - typing and/or writing. Walking: moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, sometimes for long distances. Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching. Reach with hands and arms. Frequent communications, verbal and written, and auditory acuity. Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. Cope with mental, emotional stress associated with this position. Operate Office machines properly and in accordance with Hospital safety standards. Perform light lifting (up to 15 pounds). Ability to work within deadlines with frequent interruptions. Ability to work in accordance with Hospital Safety Standards.

Working Conditions:

Patient Care: Works in well-lighted/ventilated office/clinical setting. Subject to frequent interruptions. Subject to long hours, changing shifts. May be required to work beyond normal working hours when requested to do so, e.g., overtime, on call. Routine occupational exposure to infectious diseases, blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, hazardous chemicals, noxious odors, latex, and/or musculoskeletal injuries. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed for instances of exposure to blood, body fluids and infectious processes, and are supplied by the hospital. Involved with patients, family members, co-workers, and visitors under all conditions, e.g. hostile and/or emotionally upset, disoriented or combative.


Additional Job Description

Pay & Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.

• Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work
• Annual Employee Survey - Your Voice is Heard at VHC!
• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training
• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible
• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy
• VHC Retirement Program
• Workforce Enhancement Program
• Work/Life Discounts Program
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!