Histology Technician

Yosemite Pathology Medical Group•Modesto, CA

22h•$47,840 - $62,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Histology Technician prepares slides from tissue samples for pathologist review. The role prioritizes and performs testing procedures accurately and promptly while maintaining complete, accurate records in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations. The position is based in Modesto and works Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Yosemite Pathology is a private, independent, pathologist-owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory based in Modesto, California. It provides diagnostic services to physicians and hospitals across multiple counties and offers tissue pathology, cytology, histology, special stains, and immunohistochemistry services.

Requirements

2–4 years of histology experience.
Intermediate computer skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Manual dexterity and strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

ASCP HT certification.
Associate's degree in biology or a related field.
Knowledge and understanding of Alcian Blue and PAS stains.

Responsibilities

Clean and set up the work area daily, including instruments, waterbath, microtome, and workbench.
Embed routine anatomical pathology tissue specimens in paraffin, excluding dermatology specimens.
Produce quality sections of routine paraffin-embedded anatomical pathology specimens, including levels, recuts, re-embeds, and stains; alopecia specimens are excluded.
Check H&E stain controls for stain quality.
Maintain the Prisma stainer and coverslipper daily.
Retrieve the correct tissue blocks and slides from storage areas.
Maintain the special stain control bank and cut control blocks as needed.
Troubleshoot Prisma stainer issues.
Use appropriate controls and apply knowledge of histology special stains and the tissue components they stain for.