Histology Technician
About The Position
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is hiring a full-time Histology Technician I to support the day-to-day operations of the Anatomic Pathology Histology Laboratory. The role processes tissue and bone marrow specimens, prepares reagents and media, and handles specimen intake and laboratory support activities while following applicable safety practices and CAP and CLIA standards. The department describes strong opportunities for advancement in its growing Anatomic Pathology Laboratories and offers a competitive salary package. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 4:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The hourly pay range is $34.30–$42.76. Minimum education is related undergraduate study in a related field, biology, or chemistry; combined experience and education may substitute for the minimum education requirement. The minimum experience is one year. ASCP certification or eligibility to obtain it within one year of employment is required. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree, Histotechnician licensure or qualification, ASCP certification as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Chemistry, and two years of experience, including Histotechnician experience in a clinical laboratory.
Requirements
- Related undergraduate study, including biology or chemistry, or a permitted combination of experience and education in place of the minimum education requirement.
- At least one year of experience.
- ASCP-issued certification or eligibility to obtain certification within one year of employment.
- Clear understanding of standards for work in a Histology laboratory under CAP and CLIA guidelines.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency with common software packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Histotechnician qualification or licensure.
- ASCP certification as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Chemistry.
- Two years of experience.
- Histotechnician experience in a clinical laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Prepare simple and complex reagents or media under direct supervision.
- Process tissue and bone marrow samples for microtome or cryostat sectioning, including dehydration, embedding, cutting, routine or special staining, and/or decalcification.
- Receive, accession, and triage patient specimens, blocks, and slides.
- Apply the standards required to work in a Histology laboratory under CAP and CLIA guidelines.
- Monitor incoming phone inquiries and requests.
- Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative relationships with clients and other personnel.
- Identify and separate specimens for referral to outside laboratories or analysis by other USC laboratories.
- Handle and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols.
- Maintain, track, and organize laboratory supplies; monitor inventory and order supplies and consumables as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
