The Ohio State University·Rincon, Georgia
The role involves processing, embedding, cutting, and staining human tissue specimens in a high-volume pathology laboratory. Additional duties include maintaining equipment, managing reagents, and assisting with quality control record keeping.
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Histology Technician/Technologist - Pathology - Evenings
Department: Medicine | Pathology
Scope of Position
Histology is the branch of biology which studies the microscopic structure of biological tissue. Histology technologists prepare very thin slices of human tissue and stain the tissue sections so that the pathologists can analyze those sections through a microscope. Histology technologists play a crucial role in allowing medical professionals to determine the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses/diseases.
Histology Technician/Technologist to work in the Histology Laboratory; with light, or no, direct supervision. Processes, embeds, cuts and stains tissue specimens in a high volume patient care lab utilizing tissue processors, embedding centers, microtomes, stainers and coverslippers; processes, cuts and stains formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue samples for patient diagnosis; prepares and changes reagents and properly disposes chemical wastes; sorts, delivers and files slides and blocks; assists with ordering, receiving, labeling, and stocking incoming supplies and reagents; assists with quality control and quality assurance record keeping; assists in training personnel as needed; completes and organizes paperwork; assists with maintenance of equipment; other duties as assigned.
High School diploma or GED. Histology experience preferred. May require HT/HTL (ASCP) certification within 2 years of hire.
This position may be filled on either 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift, depending on the selected candidate's preference.
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Clinical Laboratories / Histology - Individual Contributor - Clinical - C1 Entry
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Location: Ackerman Rd, 680 (2434)
Scheduled hours: 40
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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Market context
In Georgia, evening histology technician and technologist roles are often tied to pathology lab coverage needs, so demand can be steady where hospitals and reference labs run extended shifts. These positions are competitive because employers may prefer prior histology experience and may require HT or HTL (ASCP) certification within two years of hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your eligibility and certification timeline before applying.