Histotechnician

Roche • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

You, as a Histotechnician, support the functions of histology in the performance of routine histotechniques and maintain a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with advances in histotechniques. Follows standard procedures and safety policies when performing tasks and applies good documentation practices to maintain records.

Requirements

• Equivalent combination of education and relevant histology experience may be considered:
• High School Diploma or GED + 5 years directly related histology experience
• Associate's Degree (or equivalent 60 credit hours of college coursework) in laboratory science, medical laboratory technology or major in histology + HT (ASCP) Certification) + 2 years directly related histology experience
• Bachelor's Degree + HT (ASCP) Certification + 1 year directly related histology experience
• Experience with SAP
• Ability to read, analyze and following Operating Procedures.
• Knowledge of foundational histotechniques embedding, microtomy, staining and coverslipping
• Knowledge of basic and specialized laboratory techniques
• Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Google products (gMail, gSheets, gDoc, etc), preferred

Responsibilities

• Basic understanding of foundational histotechniques of embedding, microtomy, coverslipping, processing and primary staining.
• Experience with special and advanced staining techniques on automated staining platforms.
• Receives detailed directions on all work.
• May perform cell block preparation, screening tissue, cryotomy special staining, advanced staining, grossing and tissue processing.
• May assist in preparation work for complex techniques under the direction of more senior histology technicians.
• Ensure safe and healthy operations, address and report hazards/incidents promptly, and comply with safety standards and reporting tools.
• Perform regulated tasks (OSHA, FDA, etc.), accurately document transactions, and comply with GMP, QSR, ISO, and Roche policies.
• Assist with non-conformance investigations, corrective actions, document reviews, and maintain internal training compliance (95% or above).
• Maintain calibrated equipment, ensure proper equipment maintenance, and keep accurate records, including daily metrics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees