Histology Technician Certified

At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness. 

Become an integral part of our highly skilled and supportive Histology team at Penrose Hospital. Our cutting-edge lab provides essential, comprehensive services 24/7, every day of the year.  This role is designed for growth, offering unparalleled learning in a collaborative and encouraging atmosphere. You will gain expertise in all areas of histology and pathology, including embedding, microtomy, immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains, and digital pathology. Serving 17 facilities in three states, you will encounter a wide and varied spectrum of specimens. If you're a certified professional seeking a challenging, supportive environment to advance your career, apply today!

It’s an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet® Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado’s top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you’ve always wanted

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.

Job Summary: 

Prepares and processes tissue samples for routine histologic techniques to be examined under a microscope by a pathologist. The histologic techniques include the following: fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining of tissue for the pathologist evaluation and diagnosis.

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

Required Education and Experience:

• Opt 1: Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program

• Opt 2: HS and 60 college/university  semester hrs, with a combination of 12 hrs biology and chemistry (must include both) AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

• Opt 3:  Associates degree with a combination of 12 hrs biology and chemistry (must include both) AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

• Opt 4: Will consider candidates with High School diploma and two or more years of experience in all areas of routine histology in lieu of academic credit/degree and/or certification

Preferred Education and Certifications:

• Associate degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician program

AND/OR

• Histotechnician certification, HT, by American Society of Clinical Pathology

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training: 

• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize duties.

Physical, Exertion, and Sensory - Medium

Schedule: full time variable shifts