Job Title: Histotechnologist
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day Shift / Evening Shift
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
Local Candidates Required: No – Candidates must reside outside the 50-mile local radius
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Pay Rate
Traveler: $38.00 – $40.00/hr
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Histotechnologist to support laboratory operations by processing tissue specimens, preparing and staining slides, and maintaining accurate specimen documentation. The Histotechnologist will work closely with pathology professionals to support timely and accurate diagnostic services.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Histotechnologist or within a Histology Laboratory.
Current ASCP certification as a Histotechnologist (HT) or Histotechnician (HTL), as applicable.
Successful completion of a formal Histology Technologist training program or an Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Sciences.
Knowledge of histology laboratory procedures, including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining techniques.
Experience with pathology laboratory workflows, including specimen receiving and accessioning.
Familiarity with Pathology, Cytology, and Immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedures.
Experience using laboratory information systems; Cerner experience preferred.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain accurate laboratory records.
Availability to work the required holiday rotation.
Responsibilities
Receive and handle specimens submitted by the Surgery Department and other clinical areas.
Accession specimens into the laboratory system, including Cerner.
Retrieve tissue blocks from Pathology Assistant (PA) staff for further processing.
Process tissue specimens according to established laboratory protocols.
Perform tissue embedding, sectioning, and cutting using appropriate histology equipment.
Prepare and stain tissue slides for microscopic examination.
Support routine histology, pathology, cytology, and immunohistochemistry (IHC) laboratory workflows.
Maintain accurate specimen identification, labeling, tracking, and documentation.
Monitor specimen quality and ensure proper handling throughout the preparation process.
Maintain laboratory equipment, work areas, and supplies in accordance with safety and quality standards.
Follow infection control, laboratory safety, and quality assurance procedures.
Collaborate with pathologists, Pathology Assistants, and other laboratory professionals to support timely and accurate diagnostic services.