Histotechnician (Histology Technician, HT)
About The Position
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Histology Technicians to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System located at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92161. Services will be delivered to all requesting departments throughout the facility. Exceptional compensation packages with full benefits are available. Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.
Requirements
- An Associate degree from an accredited educational institution
- ASCP professional certification or equivalent Nationally-recognized Histology Technician certification or categorical certification in histopathology
- All candidates must be able to: Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
- Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
- Lift up to 20 lbs
- Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
- Push/pull with 30 lbs of force
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years - PREFERRED
Responsibilities
- Process tissues either manually or mechanically through fixation, dehydration and infiltration
- Embed tissues, cuts and do routine staining
- Perform specials stains and special immunoperoxidase procedures when necessary
- Fill in when necessary for the Autopsy Assistant for disposal of hazardous chemical waste and surgical material
- Assist with the processing of cytology specimens
- Perform other duties as assigned relating to the responsibilities of a Histology Technician
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
