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Histotechnologist - Laboratory

Ready to make your next career move? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is a premier staffing agency that specializes in connecting skilled professionals with healthcare facilities, ensuring seamless continuity of care and unparalleled service delivery. We are committed to quality, reliability, and integrity for both our candidates and clients. Join us in our mission to elevate healthcare staffing to new heights. We take care of you, so you can take care of others. VHS is looking for a qualified Histotechnologist - Laboratory.

City: Columbus

State: OH

Start Date: 2026-01-26

End Date: 2026-04-27

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: 8 Hours Evening shift.

Shift: 3rd shift flexible hours 15:00-23:30 / 23:00-07:30 No weekends some OT may be optional as needed.

Unit Details: We are seeking a skilled Travel Histology Technician to join our team. The primary responsibilities will include:

• Routine paraffin embedding
• Microtomy and sectioning for routine HE staining
• Immunohistochemistry IHCs and molecular procedures
• Processing information and office orders
• Minimal special staining and processing duties

Requirements:

• Certification: ASCP-HT American Society for Clinical Pathology - Histotechnician
• Experience: At least 1 year of hands-on experience in histology with specific expertise in microtomy and paraffin embedding.

Additional Information:

• Pre-approved time off must be submitted before confirmation of the contract.
• This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently within the scheduled hours.
• Some OT is offered but not mandatory.
• Travelers normally do microtomy or embedding.
• We are currently many days behind so staying busy is not a problem.
• Parking must be paid by the employee but is free on 3rd shift.
• Attire: scrubs any color. Sweatshirts or jackets will be necessary as the lab stays cold we only ask to not wear any print that could be offensive most people wear OSU attire.
• Ear buds may be worn one at a time and minimal phone usage okay to switch podcasts songs etc but keep phone put away otherwise.
• Locker and lock is provided to lock personal items break room and kitchen also provided fridge microwave toaster etc and disposable plates/bowls/utensils and napkins are provided.
• Our lab is large bright clean and includes:
• 20 microtomy stations with Leica microtomes a water bath a cold plate a computer and an ESPO printer
• 2 Sakura and 4 Leica embedding stations
• 6 Peloris processors
• DreamPath block filing system one Leica and one Sakura automated HE stainers/coverslippers glass
• 4 Dako Artisan special stainers brand new not yet validated for patient tissue ClaraPath SectionStar automated microtome automatically cuts slides from blocks.
• We work with IHC but they have their own manager and staff. Their instruments include multiple platforms including 13 Bond 3s Dako Omnis 2 Sakura Genies and a few Benchmarks.
• Shift Info: Mid 5x8-Hour 15:00 - 23:30

Notes: N/A

W2 Pay Rate: $49.32 *Travel candidates only (50 miles or more from facility)

Certification Requirements: Please confirm credential requirements with VHS upon application.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay Packages
• Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit
• Comprehensive Medical Benefits (W-2)
• Robust Referral Bonus Program
• 24/7 Dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS
• Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal and local laws
• Licensure, certification, travel and other reimbursements when applicable

**VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply**

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