Lead Histology Specialist

2 weeks ago


Sugar Land, Texas, United States Memorial Hermann Health System Full time

At Memorial Hermann, we share a unified mission of providing exceptional quality and efficient healthcare while ensuring remarkable experiences for every individual in our community. We recognize that when our team members feel valued, heard, and supported, they are motivated to create moments that surpass expectations, with a focus on safety, compassion, personalization, and efficiency. If you aspire to elevate your career and contribute to our vision of fostering healthier communities for the present and future, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for the fixation, processing, cutting, mounting, and staining of tissue samples for microscopic analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Memorial Hermann Southwest is in search of a Lead Histology Specialist to become part of our team on the Night shift. The schedule is from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Candidates must possess HT or HTL certification. Eligibility to take the certification exam may be considered for recent graduates of a NAACLS accredited program.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: (None)

Licenses/Certifications: Registered (ASCP) Histotechnologist

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Histology Technician demonstrating leadership capabilities.
Principal Duties
  • Oversees, assesses, executes, and documents test outcomes, quality control, maintenance protocols, and related corrective actions in accordance with established policies and procedures; dedicates 50% of time to this function.
  • Evaluates and maintains technical protocols relevant to the department/facility; ensures competency requirements are met/exceeded for all workstations; develops procedures; demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of laboratory information systems.
  • Acts as a resource, mentor, and/or preceptor for other laboratory personnel and students in areas such as equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, performance improvement, production efficiency, and customer service.
  • Performs responsibilities in a manner that enhances quality patient care and customer satisfaction while promoting safety, cost-effectiveness, and a commitment to the performance improvement process; exemplifies leadership in customer service and laboratory performance enhancement.
  • Adheres to the policies, procedures, and initiatives of laboratory services, the hospital, and the system; comprehends, communicates, and complies with standards set forth by various governmental and accrediting bodies.
  • Facilitates staff/organizational/educational meetings/in-services as assigned.
  • Supports system and hospital customer service initiatives; identifies customer satisfaction issues and responds appropriately; fosters effective relationships with colleagues and customers.
  • Engages with hospital personnel, volunteers, physicians, and patients regarding specimens and orders entering the laboratory and reporting results according to laboratory policies and procedures, while being sensitive to customer needs.
  • Ensures safe care for patients, staff, and visitors; complies with all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards while managing time, supplies, productivity, and service quality within budgetary constraints.
  • Encourages individual professional growth and development by fulfilling requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based objectives that contribute to the organization's success; serves as a preceptor, mentor, and resource for less experienced staff.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by delivering safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.


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