Histology Technician - First Shift

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Histology Technician to join our team in a pathology laboratory. The ideal candidate will be responsible for organizing and processing tissue samples, ensuring quality assurance, and maintaining laboratory equipment. This is a 6 month contract with potential to become a permanent role, or have opportunity to transition to other labs within the hospital network.

ResponsibilitiesOrganize blocks in numerical, alphabetical, and numerical orderUse the block melter for block meltingPerform Block QA, especially with Beaker Go Live, involving computer workPick up rush tissue cassettes and load them onto the tissue processorRun the Xylene recyclerClean molds using the mold cleaning unitPick up tool boxesChange routine H&E stainerPull blocks for recutsAssist in changing tissue processors as neededEssential SkillsExperience in laboratory settingsKnowledge of tissue processingUnderstanding of biological principlesAdditional Skills & QualificationsBiology degree or equivalent experience preferredWork Environment

The role includes 8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday, with one position starting at 3 AM and another at 5 AM.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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