Histo Technician II (ASCP Certified)
Harris Health System·Houston, Texas
Harris Health System·Houston, Texas
The Histology Technician II will perform daily laboratory operations, specifically focusing on the processing and preparation of patient tissue samples. This role ensures the accuracy and quality of pathology services to support timely patient diagnosis and care.
Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage $10k student loan repayment Shift differentials (Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance Life and AD&D insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Subsidized parking Access to a credit union Employee disaster relief support Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment)
Harris Health System is seeking a Histology Technician II to join the laboratory team at Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital. In this role, you will participate in the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, focusing on histology specimen processing. You will process and prepare patient tissue samples using established procedures and technical expertise, ensuring accuracy and quality. This role is essential in supporting timely and high-quality pathology services that contribute to accurate diagnosis and patient care. About Harris Health System Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations through acute care, primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services. Its flagship hospitals — Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) — anchor a network of 39 clinics, health centers, and specialty locations, including telemedicine services. Harris Health is nationally recognized for Magnet® nursing excellence, NCQA patient-centered care, and strong academic partnerships with institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine, UTHealth, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the University of Houston.
Education: Associate’s Degree from a NAACLS-accredited Histology program Licensure/Certification: ASCP Certification (HT) required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of histology experience Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact) Strong written communication (correspondence and reports) Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook Knowledge/Skills: Medical terminology Strong attention to detail and laboratory best practices Equipment Knowledge: Experience operating: Microtome Embedding center and processor Special stainers and IHC platforms Cryostat and H&E stainer Work Schedule: Flexible schedule Join Harris Health System and contribute to delivering accurate, high-quality laboratory services that support patient diagnosis and care.
Market context
In Texas, Histo Technician II roles are typically tied to steady demand in hospital and diagnostic labs that rely on accurate tissue processing and slide preparation. These positions are competitive because employers often want an NAACLS-accredited histology degree, ASCP (HT) certification, and several years of hands-on lab experience with equipment and medical terminology. If you are considering applying, compare the listed requirements and benefits carefully, and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save research time.
