Bare Derm Group Inc.·Frisco, Texas
Responsible for processing dermatopathology specimens from receipt through slide preparation for microscopic interpretation. This includes performing microtomy, staining slides, and maintaining laboratory records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Position Title: Histotechnician (Histotech)
Location: Frisco, TX
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Flexible and based on laboratory workload and operational needs. Daily schedule may vary depending on specimen volume, turnaround time requirements, and business needs.
Bare Dermatology is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Histotechnician to join our in-house pathology laboratory in Frisco, Texas. The Histotechnician is responsible for processing dermatopathology specimens from receipt through slide preparation, ensuring the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround time. This position plays a vital role in supporting patient care by preparing high-quality tissue sections for microscopic interpretation by the dermatopathologist.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Receive, accession, and verify pathology specimens.
Perform gross specimen handling within the scope of training and laboratory protocols.
Process tissue specimens using automated tissue processors.
Embed tissue specimens in paraffin.
Perform microtomy to obtain high-quality tissue sections.
Prepare and stain slides using routine Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining procedures.
Perform special stains assigned and validated by the laboratory.
Coverslip, label, and prepare slides for pathologist review.
Maintain accurate documentation and laboratory records in accordance with CLIA and regulatory requirements.
Perform routine quality control and quality assurance procedures.
Maintain laboratory equipment, perform routine maintenance, and report equipment issues as needed.
Monitor reagent inventory and notify leadership when supplies require replenishment.
Follow all laboratory safety procedures, including OSHA and infection control standards.
Participate in competency assessments, continuing education, and laboratory inspections.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Assist with additional laboratory duties as assigned.
This position works in a CLIA-certified histology laboratory and requires adherence to all laboratory safety, quality assurance, and regulatory standards. The Histotechnician must maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment while ensuring timely processing of patient specimens.
Bare Dermatology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Requires an associate degree or higher in a science field and completion of an accredited Histotechnology training program. Certification through the ASCP and previous experience in a dermatopathology laboratory are preferred.
Market context
In Texas, histotech openings are often tied to hospital labs, pathology groups, and specialty practices, with demand strongest where diagnostic volume is steady. These roles are competitive because employers commonly prefer ASCP certification and prior dermatopathology lab experience, alongside formal histotechnology training. Before applying, compare the posting’s required skills and preferred qualifications carefully; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review opportunities faster.
