About the role
Classification Title:
Histology Technologist
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and one year of experience as a Histology Technician; or licensed as a Histology Technologist
Job Description:
Performs all processes to prepare tissues for histological and transmission electron microscopy;
diagnostic evaluation including accessioning, appropriate labeling of requisitions and specimen containers,
printing cassettes, fixation, preparing packing list for transportation to the histology laboratory, and
subsequent discarding of surgical specimens.
Identify and acquire paraffin tissue blocks required for molecular testing and use these blocks to
obtain an adequate amount of DNA/RNA for molecular testing. Ensure sample integrity for assays such as
NGS, Fusions, and IGH arrangements. Responsible for communications with physicians regarding testing.
Perform quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing. Participate in assay/instrument
validations and Quality Initiatives.
Perform processing and specialized techniques on muscle, nerve, and medical kidney specimens.
Perform staining, IHC, & Immunofluorescence on these specimens. Complete, accurate, and timely gross
examination and dictation of anatomic pathology specimens. Cassette printing, bottle identification, and
case number designation.
Expected Salary:
Starting salary is between $29.50 - $35.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience as a Histology Technician; or licensed as a
Histology Technologist.
Preferred:
Licensed as a Histology Technologist with 2+ years of hands-on research or clinical diagnostic experience in
advanced molecular diagnostic and/or histological techniques, FISH and IHC – particularly using Leica
instrument platforms.
-Ability to use problem-solving techniques in the laboratory.
-Ability to communicate with other technologists and supervisors.
-Ability to collect and analyze data.
-Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for clinical testing.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
This position is eligible for veterans' preference. If you are claiming veterans' preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See UF’s Veterans' Preference Page for more details.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes