Travel Histology Technologist
Detroit, MI
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,010/weekOverview
- Start Date05/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Pride Health is seeking a Histology Technician/Technologist to join a team in Detroit, MI 48202. This is a 3+Months assignment (Possibility of extension or conversion). opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Histology Technician to join the Pathology Surgical team. Under limited supervision, the Histology Technician will perform routine histological procedures on surgical, autopsy, research, and neuropathology tissue specimens while ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with laboratory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform tissue cutting using rotary microtomes for surgical, autopsy, research, and neuropathology specimens
- Embed tissue specimens according to laboratory procedures
- Stain, coverslip, and label pathology slides accurately
- Perform special stains under supervision following standardized protocols
- Prepare and maintain laboratory solutions, stains, and fixatives
- Maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
- Document and maintain QC, CAP, and QA records
- Monitor inventory levels of reagents and laboratory supplies
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and data collection activities
- Follow established laboratory safety and compliance standards
- Assist with onboarding and demonstration of procedures when needed
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree with coursework in Anatomy, Biology, and/or Chemistry
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology
OR
- High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of relevant laboratory experience
Certification Requirements
- HT (ASCP) certification preferred
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
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 with preferred vendors.
About Detroit, MI
As a Travel Histology Technician in Detroit, MI here's what you should know:- Detroit's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Summer average highs: 81°F; Winter average lows: 19°F
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Detroit, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Detroit is car-friendly with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system called the QLINE.
- Detroit is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Detroit offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a rich musical heritage with venues for live music, sports events including professional teams, and outdoor activities such as the Detroit International RiverWalk for scenic walks and bike rides.
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