Histotechnician/Histotechnologist, Day shift , Travel - 6 months

Come and enjoy Houston, Texas! We are seeking 2 experienced HT/L (ASCP) certified travelers for a private physicians group located in Houston, TX. These contracts are day shift, Monday - Friday and the initial term is for 6 months. Must be proficient in microtomy, tissue processing, H&E staining and IHC. These travel contractors will be assisting with a project and may also need to do QC monitoring, slide printing, cassette printing and be qualified to gross. In addition TMA creation (manual and automated) and Pipetting. An Associates Degree or a graduate of a certified Histology program is preferred. ASCP certification is a must! Pay package: $2204 /week Now is the perfect time to visit and experience all the wonderful things Houston has to offer. From world-class museums and theaters to a thriving food scene and over 45,000 acres of parkland, Houston offers something for everyone. The city blends urban excitement with neighborhood charm, offering lifestyle options that fit any pace. Residents enjoy professional opportunities alongside a rich, fulfilling personal life. Job Summary: Perform routine specimen preparation which involves cutting various tissue types and mounting them on glass slides for examination under the microscope by the pathologist. Nationally certified histotechnician experienced in receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Able to perform complex histologic procedures, recognize deviations from expected results, and analyze and correct problems using scientific principles learned from NAACLS training and 2 years of experience. Skill Requirements: Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment Dexterity and good hand-eye coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance Responsibilities include but not limited to: Remove tissue from a preservative solution, remove water from the sample, and replace it with paraffin wax Embed sample in a larger block of wax to prepare it for slicing before mounting it on a microtome Slice or section the sample then stain with special dyes and mount on a slide for viewing with a microscope Education, Certification, & Experience: Associate or Bachelor's Degree or 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry HT/L(ASCP) certification Or on the job trained/non certified per the lab approval Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND #J-18808-Ljbffr Frey Consulting Group