Lead Histology Technician

Job Overview

As a Lead Histology Technician, you’ll guide daily histology operations and help deliver accurate, timely pathology testing. You’ll prepare and process tissue specimens, perform tissue sectioning and staining, and support consistent laboratory procedures. This role suits someone who brings hands-on clinical or research laboratory experience, sound judgment, and a commitment to careful patient-focused work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate specimen collection and processing, tissue preparation, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Perform histological and immunological laboratory techniques, including immunohistochemistry, following laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Operate and maintain medical laboratory equipment; document work in laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Support quality and regulatory compliance, including applicable Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations, aseptic technique, and accurate records.
• Your impact: Reliable specimen processing and pathology testing help clinicians make informed decisions and support better patient care.

Skills

• Required: Histotechnology experience (5 years), laboratory tissue sectioning, tissue sample preparation, pathology testing, and knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Required: Clinical, medical, or research laboratory experience; familiarity with medical terminology, laboratory equipment, and standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology; familiarity with pathology, immunohistochemistry, immunological techniques, and LIS.
• Ability to follow CLIA requirements, and communicate clearly while coordinating laboratory work.

Pay: $38.00 - $41.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person