Histotechnician I (Full Time)

Schweiger Dermatology Group • CA - Pathology, CA

13d • $28 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Schweiger is a leading dermatology practice with a significant presence across multiple states, offering comprehensive medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology services. The company is recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to creating an exceptional patient and employee experience. This role is based in the CA Pathology Lab and is a full-time position requiring availability Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED minimum required.
• Training of at least 30 days to six months in histology techniques required to achieve familiarity with handling specimens and staining.
• Prior work experience of six months is desired in order to gain familiarity on-the-job with histology techniques.
• Familiarity with most major techniques for staining and special staining.
• Analytical skills necessary for processing slides under tight deadlines and general supervision.
• Ability to identify specific specimens for supervisory follow-up.
• All Histotechnicains are to complete 12 hours of continuing education per year per the laboratory’s Continuing Education SOP.
• Competency assessments will be performed upon hire and throughout the year per the laboratory’s Competency Assessment SOP.
• New Hire and Annual Training, including all required training sessions for all new and updated SOPs and updates to software systems as applicable.
• Must be able to talk; hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to sit for long durations and work on a computer.
• May require lifting up to 25 pounds without the aid of a device or a second person.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree preferred.
• Formal ASCP-type accredited training is preferred as a quality standard.
• Experience in large-scale organization or high-volume production environment preferred to gain seasoned familiarity with processing specimens in production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of the Histotechnician per the Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Adhere to and support the culture of compliance and safety by following all SOPs with attention to detail, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Embed skin specimens such as shaves, punches, nails and excisions.
• Perform microtomy on histology blocks.
• Stain and coverslip hematoxylin and eosin slides.
• Perform special stain techniques such as, but not limited to, PAS, AFB and Gram stain.
• Perform immunohistochemistry stains on the Bond Max and the Ventana Ultra.
• Cut control slides for IHC and special stains.
• Assist with slide distribution if needed.
• File paraffin blocks and H/E slides in accordance with procedures.
• Operate and maintain tissue processors.
• Trouble-shoot lab equipment and ensure proper routine maintenance.
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed and appropriate documentations are maintained.
• Monitor inventory and assure proper reagent documentation techniques.
• Perform biohazard and hazardous waste disposal in accordance with policy and regulations.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Observe blood-borne pathogens policy and proper personal protective equipment.
• Adhere to all company and laboratory specific SOPs and complete quality control (QC) logs as required on a daily, weekly, monthly or annual basis (per individual SOPs).

Benefits

• Medical (Virtual Care included), HSA/FSA, Dental, Vision on 1st of the month after hire date
• 401K after 30 days of employment
• Company Sponsored Short Term Disability (Only applicable for non-California employee)
• Pre-tax savings available for public transit commuters
• Your birthday is an additional personal holiday
• Dental and Vision on 1st of the month after date of hire
• Employee discounts on Schweiger skin care products & cosmetic services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED