Histologic Assistant
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Healthcare
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Clinical Research
Extended Job Title
Histologic Assistant
Position DescriptionThis position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work.
Specimen collection, tissue embedding, microtomy, routine H&E staining, slide cover slipping, tissue processing, performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining, computer entry. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to Institutional and departmental safety policies.
Operate and maintain a variety of laboratory instrumentation including surgical instruments (scalpels, forceps, etc), tissue processors, and chemical recyclers.
Preferred Qualifications- Completion of a limited grossing technician training program (supervised and documented) detailing 100 samples per biopsy type.
- 2-3 years of experience preferred.
High School Diploma. College coursework in chemistry and/or biology preferred. Some coursework in histology preferred.
Pay and Working ConditionsPay Grade Minimum: $15.00/hour, Pay Grade Maximum: $25.50/hour. Pay Basis:
Hourly.
Work Location:
Lubbock.
Travel Required:
None. Shift: Other.
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app
4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Benefits- Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
- Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
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