Senior Histotechnologist

Position Overview

Sr. Histotechnologist responsible for performing highly skilled histology and operational activities in a fast‑paced, complex environment. Requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication, ability to multitask, flexibility with tasks and schedules, and capacity to work independently within a team.

• Perform complex and non‑routine histology procedures including cutting, microtomy, H&E staining of patient specimens, and execution of IHC assays with appropriate controls.
• Assist with writing new procedures and revising existing procedures.
• Prepare the department for CAP inspections and maintain knowledge of the CAP Anatomic Checklist.
• Act as a technical resource and respond to workplace questions and concerns.
• Provide day‑to‑day direction and guidance to Histotechnologists.
• Assess peer competency as needed.
• Assist with new employee orientation and training.
• Maintain stringent quality standards, identify issues impacting test results or employee safety, and communicate promptly to management.
• Conduct and document qualification of incoming reagent lots and instrumentation.
• Monitor and process the histology queue for various tasks, performing them independently or with minimal supervision.
• Perform macrodissection of unstained slides based on pathologist markings.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls.
• Interact with pathologists and support laboratory staff per standard operating procedures to ensure timely, high‑quality specimen processing.
• Assist with coordination of pharma services clients on the execution of clinical research projects.
• Identify opportunities for histology process improvements, including laboratory workflows and associated SOPs.
• Assist in equipment specification, installation, maintenance, and calibration.
• Provide summary reports on process metrics as needed.
• Contribute to preparation and participation in internal and external inspections and audits.
• Apply and integrate feedback professionally.
• Provide and receive open, regular feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Prioritize and drive results with a high emphasis on quality.
• Display teamwork and collaborate effectively.
• Adapt to a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain strong communication with internal employees, managers, and customers.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Act with an inclusive mindset and model this behavior organization‑wide.
• Work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• Work 80% standing and 20% seated during a typical working day.
• Lift up to 25 pounds (approximately 5% of the typical working day).
• Perform tasks requiring bimanual dexterity, such as gripping, pinching, turning, and reaching above shoulder height.
• Comply with all applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Use laboratory equipment including H&E and IHC stainers, microtomes, tissue water baths, embedding stations, cryostats, and cover slippers.
• Perform repetitive actions with laboratory tools.
• Use near vision to view samples at close range.
• Accept potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high‑speed centrifugation.
• Use various chemicals to perform duties.

• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program with 6+ years of laboratory experience (one year of experience can be counted from program completion).
• Or High School diploma with 8+ years of laboratory experience.
• Or Associate Degree in a scientific field with 6+ years of laboratory experience.
• Or Bachelor Degree in a scientific field with 4+ years of laboratory experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to perform essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• HT (ASCP) or HLT (ASCP) certification.
• Active QIHC (Qualification in Immunohistochemistry) through the ASCP Board of…