Histotechnician

Pathology Technician (Histology) – GS-7 Madigan Army Medical CenterDepartment of Pathology – Anatomical Pathology ServiceTacoma, Washington Salary: $56,715–$73,731 per yearGrade: GS-7Schedule: Full-time, permanentVacancies: 1Telework/Remote: NoTravel: Not requiredPromotion Potential: NoneOpen To: U.S. CitizensApplication Deadline: September 21, 2026 This position provides histopathology support within the Anatomical Pathology Service at Madigan Army Medical Center. Duties * Prepare tissue specimens of varying sizes and conditions from throughout the body for diagnostic examination by a pathologist.* Assist pathologists during specimen cutting and determine appropriate methods for preparing tissue for microscopic examination.* Operate complex immunohistochemical staining systems to produce targeted immunostains.* Freeze, cut (cryotomy), and stain tissue for intraoperative rapid diagnosis.* Plan and organize day-to-day responsibilities within the histology section.* Maintain organized files of pathology materials, including slides, blocks, and tissues. Qualifications Applicants must qualify through specialized experience, education, or a combination of both. Specialized Experience:One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level that includes: * Assisting pathologists during specimen cutting.* Determining appropriate tissue preparation methods for microscopic analysis.* Preparing tissue specimens of varying sizes and conditions for diagnostic examination.* Troubleshooting, adjusting, and performing minor repairs on cryostats. OR Education:One full year of graduate-level education in a field directly related to the position, such as Biology, Chemistry, or Microbiology. Transcripts must be submitted when qualifying based on education. OR Combination of Education and Experience:A qualifying combination of graduate education and specialized experience totaling at least 100% of the qualification requirement. Certification Histotechnician HT(ASCP) certification or Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP) certification through the ASCP Board of Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment. Applicants do not need to already hold HT/HTL certification at the time of appointment, provided certification is obtained within the required six-month period. Work Schedule The position is primarily day shift, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays under normal operations. Irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules, may occasionally be required to fulfill mission requirements. The position is designated Mission Essential, meaning the employee may be required to report to or remain at work during severe weather or other circumstances affecting normal operations. Conditions of Employment * U.S. Citizenship required.* Background investigation/suitability determination required.* Pre-employment and random drug testing required.* Pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.* Seasonal influenza vaccination or recognized exemption required.* Immunization screening required; Hepatitis B vaccination requirements may apply.* One-year probationary period applies. Recruitment & Compensation Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. Salary negotiation may also be authorized for a highly qualified candidate. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Application Requirements Applicants must submit a complete application through USAJOBS, including: * Resume of two pages or less.* Online application questionnaire.* Required eligibility/supporting documents.* Transcripts if using education to meet qualification requirements.* Most recent performance appraisal, if applicable.* Cover letter is optional. The resume should clearly document relevant experience, including employer, job title, dates of employment, hours worked per week, and duties demonstrating the required specialized experience. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 21, 2026. Announcement: HS JG-26-13058630-DHAControl Number: 884060800 Apply through USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/884060800/