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Histotechnologist

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Compensation
$2,200/wk
Location
Washington, DC
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

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Certification As Histotechnologist

Job overview

The Histotechnologist prepares human tissue and fluid specimens for microscopic analysis under a pathologist's direction. Responsibilities include sectioning, staining, slide mounting, and using chemicals and embedding media to create slides that reveal pathological conditions. The role requires certification and adherence to professional standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tissue PreparationSectioningStainingSlide MountingEmbeddingChemical Handling

Qualifications

Certification as HistotechnologistOne Year Experience in HistopathologyCurrent CPRCurrent Health CertificateMust Be 18+

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Histotechnologist

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: $2200 / Week

Hours: 40.00

Location: Washington, DC

Under the direction of a pathologist or a qualified medical professional, prepares human tissue and bodily fluid specimens by treating the specimens with chemicals, slicing and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Preparation process may include sectioning, reagent and other treatment, slide placement, and dying. Places specimens using fixation, dehydration, clearing and/or impregnation by embedding, in a suitable media. Uses judgment to adapt for tissue types, uses chemicals and dyes to stain sections to demonstrate various pathological conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Certification as a Histotechnologist required

  • One year of experience in histopathology strongly preferred

  • Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

  • Current CPR if applicable

  • TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

  • Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • 401(k) savings plan

  • Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Histotechnologist | Histotechnologist

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0096

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2200 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-10-02

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