Pathology Technician Jobs in North Carolina
Pathology Technician jobs in North Carolina are concentrated in hospital laboratory systems, academic medical centers, and outpatient diagnostics, with demand at every level from entry-level specimen processors to senior histotechnologists. The heaviest hiring is in Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, and Greensboro, where major employers like Duke University Health System, Atrium Health, and UNC Health maintain large laboratory operations. The most in-demand specialties are histotechnology, cytopathology support, and surgical pathology processing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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60943 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Lab: Operating Room Pathology
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Benefits Eligible:
Hours Per Week:
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Shift is from 12:00pm-8:30pm including a 30 minute lunch break.
Pay Range:
$20.80 - $31.20POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Full-Time 40 hours/week
- Shift is from 12:00pm-8:30pm including a 30-minute lunch break.
- Winston Campus
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma.
- Lab tech or equivalent related clinical experience with two years anatomic pathology experience preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Facilitates the accessioning and preparation of inpatient, outpatient and outreach anatomic pathology specimens in a timely manner, by entering patient data and physician order information into various systems.
- Provides excellent customer service to achieve maximum customer satisfaction. Facilitation of this process includes transporting specimens to various lab departments in accordance with QA and department policies and procedures.
- Prioritizes registrations in the order of the patient's acuity level that is determined by the clinical staff where appropriate.
- Develops and maintains knowledge and skills to identify insurance plans correctly and updates the patient information and the insurance database where appropriate.
- Ensures completeness and accuracy of registration data by reviewing the patient and order information prior to ordering in the various LIS systems. Recognizes and follows up on incomplete or inconsistent registration information and contacts Client Services to obtain the needed information where appropriate.
- Follows proper safety and identification procedures when dealing with patients and/or specimens under any circumstance or environment by properly identifying patients prior to placing orders, labeling specimens correctly and notifying coworkers and involved lab sections when misidentifications are encountered.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Superb interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrates technical skills.
- Evidence of sensitivity to customer service.
- Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
- Flexibility and calmness in stress situations.
- Superior skills in problem analysis, problem solving, and structured thinking.
- Well organized.
- Capable of critical thinking, reasoning, deduction, and inference while displaying the ability to draw accurate conclusions.
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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.
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Gathers, verifies and enters demographic, insurance information, and chief medical complaint of the patient for anatomic pathology specimens including Cytology, Histology, Molecular Diagnostics, and consults. May also process and prepare specimens from all body sites for diagnosis rendered by technologist and pathologist in compliance with section policies and procedures.
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pathology technician jobs across North Carolina.
- Associate degree or bachelor's degree in pathology, medical laboratory science, or related field
- Certification as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist through ASCP Board of Certification preferred
- Hands-on experience with tissue processing, embedding, and microtome sectioning
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems and pathology reporting software
- Ability to follow strict chain-of-custody and safety protocols in a clinical lab setting
- Strong attention to detail when handling, labeling, and cataloging pathology specimens
Pathology Technician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pathology technician in North Carolina?
Most pathology technician roles in North Carolina require at least an associate degree in histotechnology, medical laboratory science, or a closely related field. North Carolina does not issue a state-specific pathology technician license, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold or are eligible for certification through the ASCP Board of Certification, specifically the HT or HTL credential. Many hospital systems in the state will consider candidates who are certification-eligible and complete credentialing within a defined period after hire.
Which companies hire pathology technicians in North Carolina?
North Carolina pathology technician roles are posted by Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's dense network of academic medical centers and regional hospital systems makes it one of the more active states for laboratory hiring in the Southeast.
Which North Carolina cities have the most pathology technician jobs?
Winston-Salem post the most pathology technician openings in North Carolina. The Raleigh-Durham area is driven by the research hospitals and academic medical centers of the Research Triangle, while Charlotte's growth as a regional healthcare hub has expanded Atrium Health and Novant Health's laboratory networks, and Greensboro serves as a secondary center for Cone Health and affiliated outpatient lab operations.
How can I get hired as a pathology technician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a pathology technician trainee or laboratory assistant role at one of North Carolina's large hospital systems, such as UNC Health, Duke Health, or Atrium Health, which regularly bring on candidates who are completing or have recently finished an accredited histotechnology or medical lab program. Lateral moves from phlebotomy, specimen processing, or surgical services roles are common stepping stones. Completing a formal histotechnology program accredited by NAACLS and pursuing ASCP certification eligibility significantly improves your chances with North Carolina employers.
Where can I find and apply to pathology technician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to pathology technician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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