Histology Technician - Houston Medical Center

Histology Technician

Location: Houston, TX (Medical Center)

Pay Rate: Starting at $36.00/hour (Based on experience)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Dean's Professional Services is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Histology Technician to support a leading healthcare laboratory in Houston, TX. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to producing high-quality slides that support accurate and timely patient diagnoses.

Responsibilities:

• Verify specimen identification, integrity, and prioritization to meet turnaround times
• Perform tissue processing, embedding, and microtomy with a strong focus on precision and quality
• Prepare and stain slides using routine and special staining techniques (AFB, Gram, PAS, Trichrome)
• Perform frozen sections with proper orientation and rapid turnaround
• Label, coverslip, and distribute slides for pathologist review
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including tissue processors, cryostats, and stainers
• Perform and document quality control and corrective actions
• Maintain accurate documentation in laboratory systems and regulatory logs
• Monitor inventory, reagents, and supplies to ensure proper storage and compliance
• Troubleshoot equipment and support preventive maintenance
• Maintain organized workspaces and assist with lab workflow efficiency
• Participate in training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate's Degree in Histology or related field preferred
• HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on histology experience (hospital or reference lab preferred)
• Strong experience in microtomy, embedding, and tissue processing
• Knowledge of special stains, frozen sections, and laboratory operations preferred
• Familiarity with laboratory systems (e.g., CoPath) and basic computer skills
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay with full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Stable weekday schedule supporting work-life balance
• Opportunity to work in a high-performing, advanced laboratory environment
• Supportive, team-oriented, and patient-focused culture

Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have placed over 50,000 professionals nationwide by connecting top talent with leading organizations and fostering long-term success.

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