Histotechnologist

Position Title

Job Description Summary

Join the team at VHC Health, a nationally recognized, 548-bed teaching hospital in Arlington, Virginia, committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. As a Histotechnologist, you will play a vital role in supporting accurate and timely diagnostic services that directly impact patient outcomes. This is an opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, alongside a collaborative team of skilled professionals, in a hospital recognized for quality, safety, and innovation. If you are passionate about precision, scientific excellence, and making a real difference in patient care, this role offers both professional growth and the chance to contribute to a highly respected healthcare organization.

At VHC Health, you’re more than an employee, you’re part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and growth. You’ll work alongside highly skilled professionals in a supportive environment where your voice is heard, your contributions matter, and your career development is a priority. With state-of-the-art facilities, expanding specialty services, and strong community partnerships, VHC Health offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career while making a real difference for patients and the community we serve.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Histotechnologist provides valuable assistance to the Lead Histotechnologist, Medical Technologist and the Pathologists in maintaining facilities and providing the materials necessary for the practice of Anatomic Pathology. The facilities include the areas for autopsies, surgical pathology gross, frozen sections and Histopathology

Education:

Bachelor's degree in medical technology is required.

Experience:

Five years of experience in anatomical pathology is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

Additional Job Description

• Maintain equipment used for testing and record daily preventative maintenance as required; be able to troubleshoot problems on instruments.
• Prepare frozen sections for pathologist review.
• Perform special stains.
• Clean and maintain gross and autopsy instruments.
• File surgical and autopsy blocks, keeping them in an orderly accessioned system.
• Assist designated personnel in the preparation of solutions and materials for various pathology procedures.
• Disposes of all tissue specimens as required.
• Informs appropriate personnel promptly when supplies and supplies of reagents are low or about to expire.
• Responsible for processing, embedding and cutting tissue.

Pay & General Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.

• Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work
• Annual Employee Survey – Your Voice is Heard at VHC!
• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training
• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible
• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy
• VHC Retirement Program
• Workforce Enhancement Program
• Work/Life Discounts Program
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!