Histology Technician/Histotechnologist - Immunohistochemistry

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the world. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Histotechnologist or Histology Technician, you’ll play a vital role behind the scenes, preparing high-quality tissue samples that support accurate diagnoses and life-changing treatment decisions. In this role, you’ll bring precision, technical expertise and attention to detail to every specimen, working as part of a collaborative team dedicated to excellence. Your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes, ensuring physicians have the information they need to provide the best possible care.

We will hire our histology laboratory personnel into one of two job titles based on educational background, certification, and experience:

• Histology Technician
• Histotechnologist

Responsibilities

Histology Technician

• Prepare, process, embed and section tissue specimens using standard histology equipment, including microtomes and cryostats
• Perform routine and specialized staining procedures, including histochemical and enzyme stains
• Mount, label, and distribute slides for pathologist review
• Maintain laboratory equipment, perform daily maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed
• Prepare reagents, buffers and solutions to support testing procedures
• Accurately document patient and specimen data, maintain records and track lab statistics
• Ensure cleanliness, organization and quality control of lab instruments and workspaces
• Support training and serve as a resource for students, trainees and residents

Histotechnologist

• Perform routine and developmental immunochemistry and molecular laboratory techniques
• Analyze and evaluate assays for sensitivity and specificity
• Embed and prepare sections for various procedures by cutting off frozen or paraffin embedded tissue
• Transport tissue specimens to the laboratory
• Perform immunohistochemical and in-situ hybridization procedures, including handling and storing probes and antibodies
• Mount, label and distribute prepared microscope slides
• Prepare reagent buffers, solutions and stains
• Replace reagents and perform daily maintenance on automated instrumentation
• File surgical and autopsy blocks used for immunohistochemical techniques

Requirements

Histology Technician

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification eligible in the field of Histology

Histotechnologist

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related field or meet the CLIA qualifications for Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification or certification eligible by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Qualifications

Histology Technician

• Preferred: One year of experience

Histotechnologist

• Preferred: Hands-on laboratory experience from an accredited Histotechnology school or one year of prior histology laboratory experience

Physical Requirements

• Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens, slides and utilizing instrumentation
• Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed
• Typical physical demands include ability to sit, stand or walk extensively

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

• Minimum hourly: $34.00
• Maximum hourly: $45.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.).