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Histo Technician II (ASCP Certified)

Harris Health System, Houston, TX, United States


Hiring Post: Histology Technician II – LBJ Hospital

Compensation: $28.97 to $36.93/hour

Career Area:

Laboratory
Location:

Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital, Houston, TX 77026
Position Type:

Full-Time
Job ID:

179525

Benefits

Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage

$10k student loan repayment

Shift differentials (Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Subsidized parking

Access to a credit union

Employee disaster relief support

Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment)

About the Position
Harris Health System is seeking a

Histology Technician II

to join the laboratory team at

Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital . In this role, you will participate in the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, focusing on

histology specimen processing .

You will process and prepare patient tissue samples using established procedures and technical expertise, ensuring accuracy and quality. This role is essential in supporting timely and high-quality pathology services that contribute to accurate diagnosis and patient care.

Requirements

Education:

Associate’s Degree from a

NAACLS-accredited Histology program

Licensure/Certification:

ASCP Certification (HT)

required

Experience:

Minimum of

3 years of histology experience

Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact)

Strong written communication (correspondence and reports)

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in

MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook

Knowledge/Skills:

Medical terminology

Strong attention to detail and laboratory best practices

Equipment Knowledge:

Experience operating:

Microtome

Embedding center and processor

Special stainers and IHC platforms

Cryostat and H&E stainer

Work Schedule:

Flexible schedule

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