Histology Technician Job in Pittsburgh, PA

ADEX Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Histology Technician for a travel assignment at Southwest - UPMC Presbyterian/Montefiore in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a 91-day contract position running 5 days per week, 8 hours per day on the day shift, starting October 4, 2026. Weekly pay is $2,064.

Role Responsibilities:

• Process and prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for embedding, cutting, staining, and cover slipping
• Embed and cut specialized tissue based on location, including minute biopsy protocols
• Perform quality control checks at each phase of processing and staining
• Ensure all tissues are embedded and cut according to department-specific protocols with proper orientation and complete sections free of folds, chatter, artifacts, or floaters
• Accurately prepare slides for microtomy using barcode labels to maintain correct patient identification
• Demonstrate progression of skills toward working independently in an advanced staining area
• Maintain instruments following quality control specifications and daily maintenance protocols
• Perform ancillary tasks such as filing, cleaning, and stocking supplies

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of histotechnician experience
• Successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program within the last 5 years OR an Associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours of academic credit, including 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Act 34 clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Human Resources (HR) credential

If you meet these requirements and are ready for your next travel assignment, apply now.