Histotechnician
Company: Essentia Health
Location: Fargo
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Description:Processes and
prepares pathology and cytology specimens, as defined by CLIA, for
pathologist and cytotechnologist interpretation. Job duties may
consist of routine and special staining procedures, IHC and ISH,
Mohs and routine frozen sections as required in the diagnosis,
treatment and management of pathologic conditions on patients of
all ages. Problem solving skills, participation in Quality
Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrument maintenance and
troubleshooting are required. Education Qualifications: Educational
Requirements: - Graduate of NAACLS accredited Histotechnician
program OR - Successful completion of 60 semester hours (90 quarter
hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited
college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18
quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours
in both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a
histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research)
laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within
the last 5 years OR - An associate degree from a regionally
accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester
hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include
credit hours in both), AND 1 year full time acceptable experience
in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research)
laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within
the last 5 years. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in
grossing of routine biopsy specimens received from submitting
locations as allowed by CLIA and other regulatory agencies - 3
years of histology experience is preferred Licensure/Certification
Qualifications: Certification/Licensure Requirements: - ASCP
Certification as Histotechnician (HT) or equivalent Employee
Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to
supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our
comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and
disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your
needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help
you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional
development through training, tuition reimbursement, and
educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home,
we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness
resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details,
refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at
(218) 576-0000. Job Location: 32nd Avenue Building Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start/End: Day
Rotation/Day Rotation Hours Per Pay Period: 80 Compensation Range:
$25.69 - $38.54 / hour Union: FTE: 1 Weekends: No Call Obligations:
Sign On Bonus:
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