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Job Description
Lighthouse Lab Services has partnered with the premier health system in South Carolina. We are looking for talented Histotechnicians or Histotechnologists to be a part of their growing team on the Columbia campus. If you are looking for a histology position where you really have a chance to build a career and have the opportunity to truly grow, then this is the job for you!
About Columbia:
Columbia offers an excellent quality of life with a low cost of living, affordable housing, and short commutes, making it easy to enjoy more of your time outside of work. The area provides access to outdoor recreation at Lake Murray and Congaree National Park, a growing food and arts scene, and the energy of the University of South Carolina. Its central location also puts both the mountains and the South Carolina coast within a few hours, making weekend getaways easy while still offering the career opportunities of a thriving healthcare community. About the
Client:
A nationally recognized academic healthcare system where you will have the opportunity to work with advanced laboratory technologies, support a diverse and complex patient population, and collaborate with highly skilled clinical teams. Whether you are looking to deepen your technical expertise or build a long-term career, you will find an environment that values professional growth, continuous learning, and making a meaningful impact on patient care every day. About the
Position:
Under direct supervision, the histotech performs routine and complex histologic procedures in accordance with established procedures. Performs processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, immunohistochemistry, and frozen sectioning on human and animal tissue to produce microscopic slides submitted for pathologists' review. Performs quality control on completed slides. Identifies problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Records observations from tests. Documents maintenance of instruments and equipment used in the lab. Complies with established laboratory policies for universal precautions and safety.
Candidate Profile:
B.S. in Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related field Completion of accredited Histology program HT or HTL (ASCP) required 1+ years of experience as a Histotechnologist preferred
Shift, Salary, and Benefits:
Openings on 1st and 3rd shifts
Hourly Rate:
up to $33/hr Depending on Experience Insurance Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)
Additional Benefits:
PTO/Vacation/401
K About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 22 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories. It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lighthouse Lab Services | 800-838-0602 | lighthouselabservices.com #LLS2
