Springfield Clinic·Springfield, Illinois
The Histology Assistant is responsible for accessioning tissue specimens and maintaining slide and block filing systems. They support Histotechnicians and Histotechnologists through basic histologic functions and clerical documentation.
The Histology Assistant is responsible for accessioning tissue specimens, assisting with the slide and block filing systems, preparing/mailing cases for external consultation, and assisting the Histotechnicians and Histotechnologists in their daily tasks.
Job Relationships Reports to the Histology Manager
Principal Responsibilities
Accession specimens into the laboratory computer using specialized software.
Process specimens according to lab procedures.
Look up patient orders and answer the telephone in a courteous and helpful manner, and call physician offices for additional information.
Retrieve tissue specimens from several departments at Main Campus throughout the day.
Handle hundreds of specimens per day, with a high rate of precision.
Assist the Histology Manager in solving problems including discrepancies in specimens, requisitions, demographic and billing information.
Perform basic histologic functions including embedding, transcription, and coverslipping using manual techniques and automated instruments.
Assist in all documentation and clerical functions in the histology lab including accessioning specimens into the computer system, maintaining quality assurance and control records, function logs, workload logs, and slide and cassette files.
Assist in preparing cases for external consultation including pulling the correct case and mailing it to the requesting location.
Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
High School graduate or GED required.
Previous lab experience is preferred.
A high school diploma or GED is required, with previous laboratory experience preferred. Candidates must possess strong computer skills, the ability to type 50 WPM, and the physical capability to stand for long periods and lift up to 20 pounds.
Market context
In Illinois, histology assistant openings are typically tied to hospital and diagnostic lab workflows, where steady demand comes from ongoing specimen processing and pathology support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for both lab familiarity and practical skills such as 50 WPM typing, strong computer use, and the ability to handle standing and lifting demands. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your lab experience and physical readiness before applying.
