Local Contract Histology Technologist - $44 per hour

Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a local contract Histology Technologist for a local contract job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Histology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Summary:

• Validate specimen identification and ensure sample type and size meet handling protocols.
• Prioritize workload to meet established turnaround times.
• Process specimens using tissue processors, ensuring correct solution order and program settings.
• Embed tissues and section blocks at a rate of at least 30 blocks/hour with proper thickness and quality.
• Perform routine and specialized staining procedures (e.g., AFB, MSN, Gram, Oro) on tissue sections or body fluid preparations.
• Cover-slip slides at a rate of 3 slides/min and distribute them for pathologist interpretation.
• Assist with liver biopsies, fine needle aspirations, and retrieve fresh specimens from various labs and suites.
• Perform inquiry functions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality over speed in routine histology tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered Histotechnician HT(ASCP) or Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP).
• Associate's Degree in Science or Histology.
• Minimum of two years of paid experience, preferably in a hospital or reference lab.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with special stains, frozen sections, and non-gyn cytology processing.

Additional Information:

• Work schedule: 4 AM, Monday through Friday.
• Parking compensation must be arranged with the agency; neither TCH nor RightSourcing is responsible for parking.

QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE
Work Authorization : US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 2 years
Travel required : No travel required
Shift timings : Days

RightSourcing IHS Job ID #L-37298939. Posted job title: Histology Tech