Histology Technician – Contract (Night Shift) Minneapolis, MN

Histology Technician Contract (Night Shift)

Location: Minneapolis MN
Duration: 18 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift 58 Hours (8:30 PM 5:00 AM) Sunday Thursday

Compensation

• Travel Pay: Up to $2110/week

• Local Pay: Up to $1800/week

Position Overview

Navitas Healthcare LLC is seeking an experienced Histology Technician to join a fast-paced histology laboratory supporting diagnostic pathology services. The selected candidate will perform tissue processing embedding microtomy and slide preparation while maintaining high standards of specimen integrity and laboratory accuracy.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in embedding and precision microtomy is comfortable working in high-volume laboratory environments and has a solid understanding of histological procedures and quality control.

Key Responsibilities

Histology Laboratory Procedures

• Perform tissue processing and preparation for histopathological examination

• Conduct embedding procedures for various specimen types including GI skin and large tissue samples

• Perform precision microtomy using both automated and manual microtomes

• Prepare paraffin sections and frozen sections using cryostat techniques

Specimen Handling & Preparation

• Prepare and manage histology cassettes and tissue blocks

• Perform microtomy for complex tissue types including fatty and dense tissues

• Ensure proper embedding techniques and correct specimen orientation

Staining & Slide Preparation

• Perform Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) staining procedures

• Prepare slides for staining with accurate labeling and documentation

• Maintain consistency and quality in slide preparation

Laboratory Quality & Equipment

• Operate and maintain histology laboratory equipment including microtomes and cryostats

• Follow laboratory safety protocols and quality standards

• Maintain specimen integrity in a high-volume laboratory environment

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong expertise in embedding and microtomy techniques

• Experience with automated and manual microtomes

• Knowledge of histological tissue processing and staining procedures

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory setting

• Excellent attention to detail and quality control

• Strong organizational and documentation skills

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Histology Technician experience

• ASCP-HT (Histotechnician) Certification Required

• Strong experience in embedding and microtomy

• Experience in tissue processing and histology specimen preparation

• Ability to work night shifts in a high-volume laboratory

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EPIC or similar laboratory information systems

• Previous experience in hospital or acute care laboratory environments

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.