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Mosaic Life Care
Histology Technologist
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A Histotechnologist or Histotechnician works in a medical laboratory and prepares samples of human or animal tissue for examination under a microscope.
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Mosaic Life Care
Occupation:
HistotechnologistsLocation:
Saint Joseph, MO - 64501Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More), Day ShiftPosted:
06/06/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
Mosaic Life CareWeb Site:
www.mymlc.com Job #: 1420 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Shift Day Shift Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. The Histotechnician (HT) works under the supervision of the Director and department lead, to process tissue specimens for examination by the pathologists, maintain the areas used for tissue examinations, perform special stains, maintain an accurate log of the specimens, maintain files of blocks and tissue slides, monitor the supplies and reagents as necessary and Rotatescall. Gives excellent customer service. > Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Skills and Abilities Essential Technical/Motor Skills- Precise hand/ eye coordination is necessary to prepare and process specimens. Interpersonal Skills
- Effective communication skills and ability to interact with patients, staff, visitors, physicians, etc.
- Must work well as a team member. Essential Physical Requirements
- Ability to move between lab and other departments.
- Ability to stand and\or sit for long periods of time while working at instruments.
- Ability to bend and\or sit, stoop and lift 20-30 pounds. Essential Mental Abilities
- Ability to follow rules\ instructions such as procedures for processing specimens. Essential Sensory Requirements
- Ability to see and to distinguish color. Exposure to Hazards
- Infectious body fluids, hazardous chemicals and fumes.