Local Contract Histology Technologist
Nashville, Tennessee, United States, TN
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Histotechnician III

Location: Nashville, TN 37236

Contract: 3+months (contract-to-hire)

Schedule: 3 am-11:30 am Tuesday-Saturday (40Hrs/Week)

Pay Rate: $28-37.50/hr on W2

Now Hiring: Histotechnician to join our CAP-certified, state-of-the-art pathology laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced histology professional to support a high-volume lab performing routine and special paraffin histotechnology procedures. The role is onsite and may offer the potential for long-term or permanent placement based on performance and department needs.

Responsibilities:

• Embed, cut, stain, and perform all routine and special paraffin histotechnology procedures in the Immunohistochemistry lab.
• Perform accurate gross descriptions on tissue samples under guidance of senior staff.
• Follow all quality control protocols for each method and maintain precise and complete QC documentation.
• Operate laboratory instruments and equipment per written procedures and identify/resolve instrument issues promptly.
• Meet established turnaround times and productivity standards for assigned sections.
• Recognize and report testing discrepancies, errors, or unusual results; assist in troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Record, transcribe, and maintain patient test results according to laboratory protocols.
• Support team members in identifying and analyzing inconsistent or abnormal results.
• Review results for accuracy and completeness before releasing them in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Complete routine and STAT histology tasks within accepted turnaround times.

Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or related life science.
• Formal training in Histology from an accredited program (minimum 720 hours).
• State licensure, where applicable (CA, FL, and NY require licensing).
• Must meet CLIA personnel standard criteria.
• Proven skills in microtomy, grossing, tissue processing, embedding, cutting, and routine/special staining techniques.
• 5+ years of histotechnology experience required.

Grow your career in a highly respected diagnostic environment where precision, quality, and teamwork are valued. Apply today to join a leading pathology team!

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Statement As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.

Company Description

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.