Careers in Quality

Histology Technician I & Histology Technician II -Lab-Pathology

JOB SUMMARY: The Histology Technician prepares surgical material and anatomical tissue for microscopic examination by a pathologist. This position operates and maintains microtome and tissue processing equipment to provide optimum quality slides and assists with quality management and inventory duties as assigned. Duties include, but are not limited to, organizing workload, accessioning specimens, tissue embedding, cutting, and staining. The Histology Technician follows all safety, environmental, and infection prevention policies and complies with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:

Histology Technician I - This position requires a High School Diploma/GED. College Degree - 2 year or equivalent experience in related field preferred. Minimum one (1) year related laboratory experience is required. Must be able to verbally demonstrate an understanding of basic universal precautions as they relate to laboratory testing.

Histology Technician II - This position requires a High School Diploma/GED. College Degree - 2 year or College Degree - 4 year in related field or equivalent science preferred. HT - Histotechnician certification or HTL - Histotechnologist certification is required. Minimum two (2) years related laboratory experience required. Must be able to verbally demonstrate an understanding of basic universal precautions as they relate to laboratory testing.

POSITION DETAILS: Full-time, 80 hour per pay period. Day shifts.

LOCATION: Madera, CA