Lab Histotechnologist / Histotechnician - Pathology - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Histotechnologist will perform various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination by the Pathologist. The Histology Technologist needs to ensure tissue specimens received from surgical, diagnostic, or autopsy cases are sorted, logged, and prioritized according to the standards required. This role has a greater focus on troubleshooting, problem-solving, and methodology, which contains fewer common techniques and requires a deeper understanding of the chemistry and diseases behind tissue identification and test selection.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Lab Science, Chemistry, or Biology Bachelors, Lab Science, Chemistry, or Biology (required) for BSMH. For RSFH, as of 4/21/25, new hires are required to have Bachelors for RSFH.
• Histotechnologist (HLT) Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (preferred, not required)
• One year of Histology experience preferred, not required
• One year of Clinical Lab experience preferred, not required
• HT Histotechnician Certification by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (preferred)
• High School/GED (required) for both BSMH & RSFH.
• Associates of Science (preferred)
• RSFH 2 years Histology experience (required)
• Ability to work independently within a team and strong attention to detail
• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

• BSMH Histology experience (preferred)
• Encourages other lab personnel to work towards professional growth and development by sharing information

Responsibilities

• Performs histological procedures including accessioning, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining
• Assists the Pathologist in the gross examination of surgical specimens and in frozen section procedures
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care
• Document problems that may affect test performance and perform corrective actions when needed
• Operates and maintains all histology area lab equipment in the proper state of readiness, cleanliness, and sharpens and hone microtome knives
• Monitors inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used, and places orders for replacements as required
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level