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Histopathology Technician
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2 October 2026 (16 hours ago)
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30 December 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
About Gastro Doxs:
Gastro Doxs is a premier gastroenterology and hepatology practice serving Cypress and the greater Northwest Houston area. Our state-of-the-art facility integrates clinical care with advanced diagnostic services including our on-site CLIA-certified histopathology laboratory. We specialize in gastrointestinal and liver disorders providing precision diagnostics that guide personalized care.
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Experienced Histopathology Technician to join our in-house pathology team. The ideal candidate will have experience in GI tissue processing special stains and CLIA/CAP compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accession label and process GI and liver biopsy specimens according to laboratory SOPs.
- Perform gross examination assistance embedding microtomy and slide preparation.
- Execute routine and special stains (H&E PAS Giemsa Trichrome Alcian Blue Iron etc.) with precision.
- Operate calibrate and maintain all histology instruments (microtomes embedding centers stainers).
- Maintain quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) records in compliance with CLIA CAP and OSHA standards.
- Prepare and monitor reagent inventories equipment logs and maintenance schedules.
- Ensure proper specimen identification and chain of custody for diagnostic accuracy.
- Collaborate closely with pathologists gastroenterologists and the lab director to optimize workflow and turnaround times.
- Participate in CLIA inspections documentation reviews and process improvements.
Qualifications:
- Education: Associate or Bachelors degree in Histotechnology Medical Laboratory Science or a related biological field.
- Certification:
- ASCP certification (HT or HTL) preferred; eligibility or equivalent experience considered.
- Familiarity with CLIA and CAP requirements is strongly preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years in a histopathology or surgical pathology lab.
- Prior experience in GI or hepatology specimen processing highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of tissue fixation embedding microtomy and staining principles.
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to maintain documentation accuracy.
- Self-motivated with strong communication and time management skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with digital pathology workflows or slide scanning systems.
- Proficiency in laboratory information systems (LIS) for accessioning and reporting.
- Familiarity with IHC and molecular ancillary testing processes.
- Knowledge of biosafety reagent handling and internal audits.
Why Join Gastro Doxs:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- CLIA-certified lab with growth opportunities and professional development.
- Collaborative physician-led environment with a focus on excellence in patient care.
- MondayFriday schedule (no weekends or major holidays).
- Exposure to a broad range of GI pathology specimens and advanced technologies.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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