Histology Technician
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Travel Histology Technician - Columbus, Ohio

Specialty: Laboratory
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Shift Details

• 3rd shift, flexible hours: 15:00-23:30 or 23:00-07:30
• No weekends
• Some optional overtime available

Job Responsibilities

• Routine paraffin embedding
• Microtomy and sectioning for routine H&E staining
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and molecular procedures
• Processing information and office orders
• Minimal special staining and processing duties

Requirements

• Certification: ASCP-HT (American Society for Clinical Pathology - Histotechnician)
• Minimum 1 year hands-on histology experience, especially microtomy and paraffin embedding
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently within scheduled hours

Work Environment & Additional Info

• Lab is large, bright, and clean with advanced equipment including Leica microtomes, embedding stations, processors, automated stainers, and block filing systems
• Parking is free on 3rd shift but must be paid by employee otherwise
• Dress code: scrubs (any color), sweatshirts/jackets recommended due to cold lab environment; avoid offensive prints
• Earbuds allowed (one at a time), minimal phone use
• Locker provided for personal items; break room with kitchen facilities and disposable utensils available
• High workload due to backlog, so staying busy is expected

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Pre-approved time off must be submitted before contract confirmation
• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (Ohio-specific code 3701.881)
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
• Education accreditation verification required immediately after contract signing
• High school diploma or equivalent required (for RRTs)
• Various facility-specific forms and acknowledgements including dress code, fraud/waste/abuse training, ethics and compliance policies
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and no contagious disease
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap (adult dose after age 11/12)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
  • TB questionnaire
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccines or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccine series (declination acceptable)
  • Varicella vaccines or positive titer (medical exemptions reviewed)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending tests allowed)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination (mask required if declined)
  • COVID-19 vaccination not required but recommended

Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications may be required depending on unit
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required for specific units
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification as applicable
• National tech certification verification required within 30 days of start (varies by role)
• Annual orientation safety manual acknowledgement
• Unit-specific competency exams including medication and dysrhythmia/EKG exams (EKG exam required annually for RNs except certain exclusions)

References & History

• Two professional references required; at least one must be from a manager or formal leader
• Employment application and skills checklist required

This position offers a structured, well-equipped lab environment with a focus on histology technical skills and compliance with strict credentialing and health requirements. Ideal for candidates with ASCP-HT certification and experience in microtomy and embedding seeking a travel contract in Ohio.