Travel Histology Technologist - $2,250 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Histology Technologist for a travel job in Palo Alto, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Histology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 31 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Histologist position available in PALO ALTO, California. This role involves embedding and cutting a variety of surgical and research tissue specimens, including autopsy specimens, biopsies, lymph nodes, breast tissue, and bone marrow. The worker will perform tissue sectioning, staining, and quality control to produce high-quality microscopic slides, supporting a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; ability to operate and maintain medical equipment; knowledge of tissue fixing, embedding, cutting, and staining procedures; 2 years of histology experience; valid certifications such as HTL-ASCP Histotechnologist or HTN-ASCP Histotechnician, or willingness to obtain within 1.5 years; ability to follow written and oral instructions; effective communication skills; organizational and multitasking abilities; adaptability; and knowledge of safety, infection prevention policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: Must be able to work overtime and cover other shifts as needed, maintain a professional attitude, and actively participate in department meetings and safety protocols.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1280862. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: MT - HISTO Histologist.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

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Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus