Location: State College, PA

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8-hour day shift (exact start/end times not specified) Day

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Accession and identify tissue specimens accurately, maintaining absolute patient identification at all times
• Enter patient demographic data, specimen source, and physician/surgeon information into the system with care
• Prepare labeled tissue cassettes and assist the pathologist during gross examination
• Operate and load the tissue processor and ensure timely, precise processing of specimens
• Embed, cut sections from blocks, stain slides, and deliver prepared slides promptly for diagnostic review
• Perform frozen section preparation immediately upon specimen receipt when requested
• Execute special histochemical staining procedures within pathologist-requested timeframes
• Prepare and package slides or anatomical material for outside consultation and ensure proper filing/storage of slides and blocks

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a histotechnologist with ASCP or hold an equivalent histotechnology certification
• Comfort and demonstrated ability with microtomy, embedding, staining, and frozen sections
• Proven skill in specimen accessioning, cassette labeling, and accurate data entry
• Ability to follow supervisor and pathologist direction and to work efficiently in a busy anatomic pathology lab
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and specimen integrity

Education

• ASCP-certified histotechnologist (HTL) or equivalent certification (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Histology fundamentals and anatomic pathology workflow
• Tissue processing and operation of tissue processors
• Embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation techniques
• Routine and special histochemical staining procedures
• Frozen section preparation and rapid turnaround processes
• Specimen accessioning, slide and block filing/storage best practices
• Experience assisting pathologists with gross examination and consultations
• Accurate patient demographic data entry and specimen tracking

Benefits

• Generous travel support and practical help getting settled during your contract
• Flexible, predictable weekday schedule so you can keep evenings and weekends free
• Licensure and certification assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Supportive lab team that values accuracy, learning, and a good sense of humor
• Paid time off policies to recharge between assignments
• Professional development opportunities and on-site mentorship
• Clear onboarding and dedicated point-of-contact for travel logistics
• Access to employee assistance resources and workplace safety programs

Travel Perks: Explore State College, PA

State College offers a charming small-city vibe with big outdoor and cultural perks. Explore Mount Nittany for short hikes and great views, stroll the Penn State University campus and Arboretum, catch a game or event at Beaver Stadium, browse local shops and farmers markets on College Avenue, and enjoy nearby outdoor recreation at Tussey Mountain for skiing or trails and Raystown Lake for weekend boating. Plenty of local breweries, coffee shops, and eateries make for easy after-shift downtime.

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