ECU Health Medical Center·Greenville, North Carolina
Responsible for the complete preparation of tissue specimens, including fixation, embedding, slicing, and staining for microscopic evaluation. Maintains laboratory equipment, manages supplies, and ensures compliance with CAP and JCAHO quality standards.
The Histotechnologist (HTL) is to be competent in every aspect of Histology and be able to act in the place of the supervisor when necessary. Develop and perform specialized histologic staining procedures. As an HTL, you will be: Responsible for the preparation of tissue specimens including the following: proper tissue fixation, embedding, slicing (using various types of microtomes) and mounting sections on glass slides for microscopic evaluation, frozen section preparation method, staining tissue sections using a variety of stains for diagnosis. Assist with the fixation of tissue using special techniques and perform a variety of specialized chemical and immunohistochemical stains using appropriate controls. Maintain records of prepared specimens: label stained and finished slides; examine sample of stained slides with microscope to ascertain results; prepare solutions and reagents in accordance with standard procedures; record number of blocks handled and number of slides prepared; file tissue blocks checking to ensure each is appropriately labeled. Responsible for instrument maintenance on all equipment in the Histology Laboratory. Maintain necessary supplies. Maintain and revise procedure manual as necessary. Assist as required with Cytology specimen preparation. Maintain the quality of service in the laboratory consistent with CAP and JCAHO standards by using the established and current principles of specimen collection and preparation. Perform other duties as assigned and acts in the place of the Histology Supervisor when necessary Responsible for receiving, accessioning and labeling surgical specimens accurately and maintaining an accurate log of specimens using the lab computer. Assist with gross examination of tissue including labeling and preparing tissue blocks. Assist with frozen sections and maintain Gross Rooms and Frozen Section Rooms in a clean and orderly manner and ensures all are adequately stocked with necessary supplies. Store and dispose of tissue specimens as required by CAP. Assist with specimen photography as needed. Perform duties using safe practices as outlined in the Department Safety Manual. Prepare worklists and slides as appropriate. Responsible for loading the tissue processor Other Information 40 hours per week Monday - Friday (6 am - 2;30 pm) with rotational weekends Required to work other shifts per operational demand needs Great Benefits Relocation Assistance #LI-SB1 ECU Health About ECU Health Medical Center ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people. General Statement It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicants qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
Must be competent in all aspects of histology and capable of acting as a supervisor when necessary. Requires the ability to perform specialized chemical stains and maintain accurate specimen records.
Market context
In North Carolina, histotechnologist roles in pathology general histology are typically driven by steady laboratory demand for accurate tissue processing, staining, and recordkeeping. These positions are competitive because employers often want broad histology competence, the ability to perform specialized chemical stains, and readiness to step in as a supervisor when needed. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then highlight your experience with specialized stains, specimen documentation, and any leadership coverage in your application.
