Histotechnician

Histotechnician

• Reference Number: 5873246 Published Date: 08/01/2026 Job Type: Temporary Industry: Healthcare Practioners
  
  Hours:
  
  Full Time

Advance your histology career with an opportunity to work in a high-volume diagnostic laboratory environment. This Histotechnician role offers the chance to apply your technical expertise, support accurate pathology diagnoses, and contribute to high-quality patient care while building experience with a leading healthcare laboratory organization. If you have a strong histology background and enjoy working in a detail-driven setting, this could be an excellent next step.

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Pay Rate: $25.00/hour

Employment Type: Contingent with potential pathway for hire

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM

As a Histotechnician, you will play a critical role in preparing tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation. Your expertise in tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and quality control helps ensure pathologists receive accurate and timely slides for diagnostic review.

• Perform routine and non-routine histology procedures according to established policies and procedures
• Ensure proper accessioning, labeling, and tracking of tissue specimens
• Process tissues, embed specimens in paraffin, and perform microtomy on embedded tissue blocks
• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining and perform cover slipping procedures
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stains and perform special stain testing
• Support Immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedures, including preparation of reagents, validation of controls, and testing as needed
• File completed tissue blocks and slides according to laboratory procedures
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, cleaning, and minor troubleshooting
• Document remedial actions, repairs, and repeated testing activities
• Train and provide guidance to Histotechnicians, laboratory aides, and students
• Adhere to laboratory quality control, quality assurance, safety, CLIA, and CAP requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• A current, up-to-date resume
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field preferred
• ASCP Histotechnician (HT) certification required
• Previous histology experience required
• Strong knowledge of tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and laboratory procedures
• Ability to follow established protocols while maintaining accuracy and quality standards
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to meet compliance requirements

• Competitive pay rate
• Opportunity for long-term employment and potential permanent placement
• Exposure to advanced histology and pathology laboratory processes
• Professional development within a reputable diagnostic laboratory environment
• Consistent weekday schedule
• Opportunity to expand technical expertise and contribute to patient care

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)