Lead Histologist (North Central Florida)

Job Description

Overview

North Central Florida, United States (Located about an hour north of Orlando)

Join a leading academic health system where your expertise supports accurate diagnoses and exceptional patient care. This full-time position offers the chance to work in a leadership role at a fast-paced, team-oriented histology lab that values quality, precision, and continuous improvement. If you’re a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a clinical environment with cutting-edge resources, this role is the perfect fit.

About the Role

As the Lead Histologist , you will take on a key leadership role within the histology laboratory, overseeing the daily operations of the histology team to ensure timely, high-quality preparation of tissue specimens for diagnostic evaluation. In addition to performing complex histologic procedures yourself, you will provide hands-on supervision, mentorship, and technical guidance to other histologists and lab personnel. You’ll be responsible for maintaining workflow efficiency, enforcing quality and safety standards, coordinating training, and serving as a point of contact between the histology team and laboratory leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced histology professional who enjoys working at the bench while also contributing to team development, process improvement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination by performing embedding, microtomy, staining (H&E and special stains), and coverslipping

Maintain quality and integrity of specimens throughout the histology process

Prepare reagents and solutions used in tissue processing and staining

Operate and maintain histology instruments, including tissue processors, embedding centers, and microtomes

Adhere to all safety and quality control procedures in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulatory standards

Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the histology workflow

Assist with training or mentoring junior staff or students as needed

Contribute to departmental goals related to turnaround time, quality, and efficiency

Why Apply

Be part of a respected academic health system known for excellence in care, research, and education

Work in a CAP-accredited , high-volume histology lab

Use the latest technology in a supportive and well-resourced environment

Opportunities for growth, continuing education, and cross-training

Live and work in North Central Florida , just an hour north of Orlando , where you can enjoy a balance of career advancement and quality of life