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 beginning August 30, 2026.

Assignment Details:

• Schedule: 3 days per week, 12-hour shifts
• Weekly pay: $1,831
• Setting: Hospital laboratory

Your Responsibilities:

• Process and prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for embedding, cutting, staining, and cover slipping
• Embed and cut specialized tissue based on anatomical 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
• Accurately prepare slides for microtomy using barcode labels to maintain correct patient identification
• Demonstrate progression of skills toward working independently in advanced staining areas
• Maintain instruments following quality control specifications and daily maintenance protocols
• Perform ancillary tasks including filing, cleaning, and stocking supplies

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Histology Technician
• Successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited HT program within the last 5 years, OR an Associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours of academic credit with a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• HR credential preferred
• Act 34 required

If you meet these requirements and are interested in this laboratory assignment, please apply through ADEX Healthcare Staffing.