Histology Technician

IQVIA•Valencia, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Histology Technician to join IQVIA Laboratories at Valencia, CA. We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development. Perform routine tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining to prepare high-quality slides for pathological analysis. Partner with pathologists and laboratory colleagues to deliver accurate, timely results while maintaining regulatory, quality, and safety standards.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Typically requires 2-3 years of experience in a histopathology lab or discipline
ASCP qualification or equivalent and 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic, or commercial/production laboratory are required
Detailed knowledge of histology techniques, specialized laboratory equipment, clinical testing procedures, staining techniques, and applicable laboratory testing regulations
Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues
Applicable certifications and licenses as required by local regulations
Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Strong attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple tasks simultaneously
Effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and pathologists
Commitment to laboratory safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints).
Physical demands vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.

Responsibilities

Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation through tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining
Partner with pathologists to facilitate analysis and the timely delivery of results
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot histology laboratory equipment
Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with SOPs, good documentation practices, and regulatory guidelines
Ensure compliance with applicable local, federal, CLIA, and CAP requirements
Support process improvements that enhance data quality, reduce costs, or improve turnaround times
Maintain laboratory inventory, housekeeping, safety, quality, and 6S standards
Support study setup activities and laboratory or cross-functional projects as assigned