Travel Histology Technologist - $2,108 per week

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a travel Histology Technologist for a 13‑week assignment in Nashville, Tennessee. The role is full‑time travel, 40 hours per week on an 8‑hour night shift.

About the role

Prepare and process specimens for gross and microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist. May assist in the preparation of frozen sections of surgical specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing/fixation, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, routine and special stains in accordance with department procedures.
• Assure positive sample, block and slide identification throughout the sample/slide preparation process.
• Prepare and maintain solutions for stains and histology procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and instrumentation per manufacturer & department procedures and per department schedule.
• Utilize independent judgement and problem‑solving skills to ensure the accuracy of procedures performed and proper equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot and take appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner for resolution.
• Adhere to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma AND minimum two years of histology experience OR High School Diploma AND completion of an accredited program in Histotechnology OR Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology AND one year of histology experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry.
• National Certification as a MT (ASCP) or HT (ASCP) required.
• State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV).
• Thorough knowledge of histology methods and correlation to disease processes.
• Ability to follow protocols for the proper fixation and routine staining of samples.
• Ability to consistently prepare and produce specimen sections with appropriate slide orientation, thickness, and stain quality for microscopic diagnosis by a pathologist.
• Demonstrates good technique in the cutting, embedding, orientation and staining of specimens.
• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organizational skills. Sets a positive example.
• Ability to train others.
• Effective and proactive problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Schedule

Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Referral bonus
• Continuing Education
• Life insurance

About the company

At HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, healthcare is not just about the four walls of a facility but about the people who provide and receive care. Our focus is on empowering healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient experiences by providing them with the necessary skills, tools, and support. We partner with healthcare facilities nationwide to ensure that the right professionals are in the right roles. We prioritize our clinicians by giving them a voice and access to opportunities to fulfill their mission of improving lives by providing quality patient care. We are committed to our core values of Trust, Innovation, Adaptability, Courage, and Accountability. We are dedicated to positively impacting the healthcare industry by providing first‑priority access to more than 200,000 jobs nationwide to our healthcare professionals. Join us and be part of the HealthTrust family, where you can make a difference every day. We embrace our changing environment, and we maintain a culture that has a rich tradition of transforming itself to meet the challenges of the future.

MISSION STATEMENT: While putting great people in the right roles is essential, our mission is far greater. We want our clinicians to be part of the HealthTrust family, where healthcare professionals have a voice and are empowered with the right tools and opportunities to fulfill their personal mission of improving lives. Plus, as a preferred partner to thousands of top‑performing hospitals, we provide our healthcare professionals with first‑priority access to more than 200,000 jobs nationwide.