Senior Histotechnologist

Lighthouse Lab Services is excited to represent a respected healthcare facility in Charlottesville, VA, seeking an experienced Senior Laboratory Histologist to join their dedicated team.

Sign‑on bonus up to $20,000 for qualified candidates!

The Senior Laboratory Histologist will perform a full range of histology functions including accessioning, embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation, applying scientific knowledge and adhering to standard operating procedures. This individual will assist in maintaining laboratory policies and procedures, operate and maintain instrumentation, and manage inventory.

The Senior Histologist will also support the Laboratory Manager with daily operations, workload coordination, departmental goals, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. This position plays a leadership role within the department, often assuming charge responsibilities in the absence of the manager.

• Perform histology duties including specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining.

• Ensure adherence to quality and safety standards across all laboratory activities.

• Maintain laboratory instruments, supplies, and technical documentation.

• Support and mentor other team members, fostering collaboration and efficiency.

• Assist with compliance to CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards.

• Serve as acting lead when needed to prioritize workloads and troubleshoot issues.

• Education: Associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science (required);
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Certification: ASCP certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) required.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of histology experience required; immunohistochemistry (IHC) experience preferred.

• Competitive compensation with up to $20,000 sign‑on bonus

• Tuition Assistance: Up to $5,250 per year

• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 4 weeks

• Family Caregiver Leave: 2 weeks

• Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement: Up to $10,000

• Emergency Backup Care: 10 days per year

• Certification reimbursement and free CEU access for professional development

• Free and convenient parking

• Supportive work environment emphasizing teamwork, collaboration, and staff well‑being

This hospital has a long‑standing tradition of providing personalized, patient‑centered care to the Charlottesville community for over a century. Their focus on excellence, collaboration, and compassion makes this an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Histologist seeking a stable, rewarding role in a progressive healthcare setting.

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry‑level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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