Histology Laboratory Assistant
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Histotechnologists employed in Tennessee earn a median of $29.84 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
JOB SUMMARY
The person in this position is a Lab Assistant I who accurately performs various functions in the histology lab.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Coordinates surgical case paperwork and slides for delivery to pathologists.
- Manages SSR orders.
- Loads and removes slides from stainers.
- Retrieve needed slides and blocks from files.
- Package slides and blocks for return to outside facilities.
- File blocks and slides.
- Print slide labels.
- Perform lab cleaning and equipment maintenance.
- Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
- Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
- Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.
Qualifications
EDUCATION & LICENSURE
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of one year of previous health care environment job-related experience is preferred.
From PathGroup's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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