Lead-Histology Lab Technician, Digital Pathology & Archive

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital•Memphis, TN

3d•$26 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the digitization, tracking, retrieval, inventory management, and archival maintenance of pathology slides and tissue blocks. Ensures specimen traceability, image quality, accurate chain-of-custody documentation, and compliance with regulatory and institutional requirements while supporting diagnostic, research, and consultation activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with completion of a NAACLS approved Histology Technician or Histology Technologist training program or equivalent in concordance with current federal and state regulations required.
Eight (8) years of relevant experience.
Six (6) years of experience required with Associate’s degree.
(ASCP-HSTCH) or (ASCP-HSTGT) Certification as either a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist by the ASCP Board of Certification required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Significant experience working with laboratory personnel, understanding and supporting complex lab needs preferred.
Experience in assessing and addressing crisis/emergency lab situations through appropriate assistance preferred.
Experience in training team members around lab procedures, safety, and compliance preferred.
Proven performance in earlier role/ comparable role.
(ASCP-QIHC) Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC) by the ASCP Board of Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare, scan, and verify pathology slides using whole-slide imaging systems.
Perform image quality review and ensure accurate integration of digital images into pathology information systems.
Troubleshoot routine scanner and software issues and coordinate service support as needed.
Track, retrieve, store, loan, return, and disposition pathology slides and tissue blocks throughout their lifecycle.
Maintain accurate inventory records, chain-of-custody documentation, and specimen traceability.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies involving archived materials and inventory records.
Retrieve, distribute, and refile pathology materials to support patient care, consultation, research, education, and legal requests.
Ensure timely return and secure storage of archived specimens and records.
Conduct inventory and archive audits to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, HIPAA, DNV, retention requirements, and departmental procedures.
Support inspections, accreditation activities, and documentation requirements.
Perform microtomy of patient specimens and assist with routine histology operations as needed, including tissue processing, embedding, staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.
Maintain quality control and instrument maintenance records.