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Histology Technician - 3rd shift - 18% Shift Differential

Sonic Healthcare USA·Austin, Texas

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Perform embedding and prepare slides for routine H&E and special stain procedures in a fast-paced laboratory. Maintain equipment through scheduled preventative maintenance and ensure strict adherence to safety and quality control standards.

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications

  • We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?
  • This opportunity is full-time during third shift (3am-11:30am).
  • In this role, you will: Perform a vital part of the patient care process through embedding and preparing slides for routine H & E and special stain procedures Performs and documents scheduled preventative maintenance Recognize when troubleshooting is needed for processing, embedding, cutting, staining Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards
  • Champion safety, compliance, and quality control
  • All you need is: At minimum graduation from a school of Histotechnology accredited by CAHEA/NAACLS AND HT (ASCP) 1 year of laboratory training or experience performing high complexity testing Certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms
  • Bonus points if you’ve got: 2+ years of laboratory training or experience in a high volume laboratory with documented special stain and immunohistochemistry experience
  • We’ll give you: Appreciation for your work A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people Opportunity to grow in your profession Free lab services for you and your dependents Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match A sense of belonging – we’re a community!
  • We also want you to know: This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.
  • Scheduled
  • Weekly
  • Hours: 40
  • Work
  • Shift: 3rd
  • Shift (United
  • States of
  • America)
  • Job
  • Category:
  • Laboratory
  • Operations
  • Company: Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc. Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

Requires graduation from a CAHEA/NAACLS accredited Histotechnology school and HT (ASCP) certification. Minimum of 1 year of experience in high complexity testing is required, with 2+ years preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • Quality Control
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Analytical Skills
  • Slide Preparation
  • Laboratory Equipment Operation
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Embedding
  • Special Stain Procedures
  • H & E Staining

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Free Lab Services For Employees And Dependents

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Austin, Texas
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
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Hiring organization

Sonic Healthcare USA

Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostics companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents...

Salary listed on 48 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Texas histology roles need certified experience

In Texas, histology technician openings are typically driven by ongoing hospital and pathology lab demand for accurate tissue processing and slide preparation. This role is competitive because employers often want CAHEA/NAACLS-accredited training, HT (ASCP) certification, and prior high-complexity lab experience; the 3rd shift and shift differential can also make scheduling a factor. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification, training background, and comfort with overnight work before applying.

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