Job Description
Join BayCare as a Histologist
📍 Location: St. Joseph’s Hospital & St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital – Tampa, FL
🏥 Facility: BayCare Health System, Pathology Services – SJH
🕒 Shift: Days | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Hours Vary)
đź“… Schedule: Full-Time | On-site
About BayCare
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community‑based hospitals, a long‑term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward‑thinking philosophy built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.
Role Overview
As a Histologist, you will be responsible for preparing and processing tissue specimens to support accurate diagnostic review. You will oversee all phases of tissue processing, maintain laboratory standards, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of tissue processing from fixation through final slide preparation
- Perform embedding, sectioning, staining, and special histology techniques
- Maintain laboratory files, records, and documentation required by regulatory agencies
- Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments
- Monitor and restock laboratory supplies to ensure continuous workflow
- Ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance in all histology processes
- Support timely and reliable preparation of specimens for diagnostic use
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
🎓 Education – Required
- High School Diploma or GED
🎓 Education – Preferred
- Completion of a Histotechnology program or related technical training
- Associate’s degree in a related field
Experience
- Preferred: Laboratory-related experience
Licensure / Certification
- Required: ASCP Certified Histotechnician (HT)
- Preferred: Additional ASCP certification
Total Rewards & Benefits
BayCare offers a competitive total rewards package, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Match + Annual Contributions
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness resources & community perks
Take the Next Step
Join BayCare and play a vital role in supporting accurate diagnoses through high-quality histology services.
👉 Apply today to become a Histologist!
BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.