Travel Histotechnologist Histology Tech Job

Saint Helena, CA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Histotechnologist (Histology Tech) travel assignment in Saint Helena, California. Start date: 10/12/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,220–$2,383 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: Night, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM (5x8). Setting: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital. This real opening requires accurate histology duties in a fast-paced lab with a focus on quality and diagnostic accuracy.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,220–$2,383 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM (5x8)
- Start date: 10/12/2026
- Setting: Short-term acute care hospital laboratory
- No on-call requirement

Responsibilities
- Prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination using embedding, microtomy, staining (including special stains and immunostains), coverslipping, and labeling
- Process gynecological, non-gynecological, and bone marrow specimens according to specifications; ensure high diagnostic quality
- Operate and troubleshoot precision histology equipment; prepare/maintain reagents and solutions; monitor temperatures and replenish supplies
- Prepare slides for Pathologist review; deliver slides and related findings to the Pathologist; record and report results accurately
- Maintain quality control checks, validate controls for special stains and immunohistochemistry (IHC), and document results
- Maintain clean, organized instruments and work areas; manage departmental workflow to support efficient operations

Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in cytotechnology or equivalent; Master’s Degree preferred
- Certifications: ASCP Histology Technician certification preferred
- Licenses: License preferred but not mandatory
- Experience: At least two years of recent histology experience; microtomy, embedding, special stains, and IHC experience
- Credentials: Current BLS certification; current nursing license per the state of assignment
- Additional: Ability to work in a night shift, high-volume histology setting; strong attention to detail and quality control

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- Fast credentialing processes
- Potential extension opportunities
- Housing assistance may be available
- Nationwide travel assignments offered

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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