Histology Technician PRN to cover a maternity leave during the month of July 2026

Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Histology Technician, where you will play a vital role in preparing and processing tissue specimens for diagnostic and research purposes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a smaller sized laboratory environment, contributing to accurate disease diagnosis and advancing scientific understanding. You will collaborate closely with our pathologist, and our histology staff members to ensure high-quality specimen handling and precise laboratory procedures. Your expertise will directly impact patient care and scientific discovery, making this a rewarding career choice for dedicated professionals passionate about laboratory science.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens through fixation, embedding, sectioning, and staining techniques to ensure optimal quality for microscopic examination.
• Accurately process and label specimens, maintaining strict adherence to laboratory protocols and safety standards.
• Assist with specimen collection and processing from patients or research subjects, ensuring proper handling and documentation.
• Maintain detailed records of all laboratory procedures, specimen tracking, and quality control measures.
• Support research activities by performing specialized histological techniques and assisting with experimental protocols.
• Follow aseptic techniques to prevent contamination during specimen preparation and handling.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure timely delivery of prepared slides for diagnostic review or research analysis.

Skills

• Proven experience in clinical or research laboratory settings, with a strong understanding of laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology relevant to tissue processing and histology.
• Skilled in specimen collection, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining (including immunohistochemistry), and microscopy.
• Familiarity with hospital or clinical laboratory environments, including phlebotomy and patient care procedures.
• Ability to accurately measure vital signs when necessary and maintain aseptic conditions during all procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills for managing multiple specimens simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills to document findings clearly and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to contribute their expertise in histology while supporting advancements in healthcare and research. We are committed to providing a collaborative environment where your skills can flourish as you help deliver precise diagnostic results that improve patient outcomes.

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28