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Job Title
Histology Technologist/UKHC
Requisition Number RE51805
Working Title Histology Technologist
Department Name H3200:Laboratory Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 09
Salary Range $22.20-34.29/hour
Type Of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education AS
Required Related Experience 1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects and/or patients greater than 50 lbs.; sitting and standing for long periods of time; exposure to blood borne/airborne pathogens; regular exposure to chemicals and fumes; repetitive motion required at least half the time; risk of back injury.
Shift 40 hours/week; shift may vary; holiday and weekend call required on rotational basis.
Job Summary Busy academic medical center seeks to find an experienced histotechnologist that will perform routine histology duties including, but not limited, to embedding, microtomy, staining and special stains. This position possesses the ability to provide consistent and quality embedding of tissues in order to turn out slides of high quality on a wide variety of tissues. Plays critical role in ensuring slides are submitted to the Pathologist in a timely manner. Will also be responsible for operating processors, stainers, and slide printer, as well as, filing slides and blocks. Maintains confidentiality at all times. Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, and staff. Attention to detail is a must.
Required Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Tissue embedding, staining, microtomy and cutting frozen sections, routine histology experience.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience HT or HTL certification and Epic Beaker experience preferred.
Deadline To Apply 01/15/2026
Equal Opportunity Statement The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Requisition Number RE51805
Working Title Histology Technologist
Department Name H3200:Laboratory Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 09
Salary Range $22.20-34.29/hour
Type Of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education AS
Required Related Experience 1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects and/or patients greater than 50 lbs.; sitting and standing for long periods of time; exposure to blood borne/airborne pathogens; regular exposure to chemicals and fumes; repetitive motion required at least half the time; risk of back injury.
Shift 40 hours/week; shift may vary; holiday and weekend call required on rotational basis.
Job Summary Busy academic medical center seeks to find an experienced histotechnologist that will perform routine histology duties including, but not limited, to embedding, microtomy, staining and special stains. This position possesses the ability to provide consistent and quality embedding of tissues in order to turn out slides of high quality on a wide variety of tissues. Plays critical role in ensuring slides are submitted to the Pathologist in a timely manner. Will also be responsible for operating processors, stainers, and slide printer, as well as, filing slides and blocks. Maintains confidentiality at all times. Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, and staff. Attention to detail is a must.
Required Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Tissue embedding, staining, microtomy and cutting frozen sections, routine histology experience.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience HT or HTL certification and Epic Beaker experience preferred.
Deadline To Apply 01/15/2026
Equal Opportunity Statement The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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