Lab Histotech II Lead (Full Time)

Schweiger Dermatology Group • CA - Pathology, CA

1d • $55 - $69

About The Position

Schweiger is a dermatology practice providing medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology and allergy services. Its mission is to create the Ultimate Patient Experience and a great working environment for providers, support staff, and all team members.

The Lab Histotech II Lead performs Histotechnician duties according to the laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), supporting a culture of compliance and safety through attention to detail, accuracy, and professionalism. The role performs histology bench work and helps the lab manager oversee supplies, technical work allocation, equipment troubleshooting, and administrative documentation. The schedule is full time, 30 or more hours per week, Monday through Friday within operating hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Employees must complete role-applicable SOP and laboratory compliance training and a post-training assessment after hire but before performing laboratory work. A competency assessment is required at one month before independent work is permitted. Histotechnicians must complete 12 hours of continuing education each year, with competency assessments and training on new or updated SOPs and applicable software systems throughout the year.

The position operates in a professional laboratory environment and may involve exposure to chemical, hazardous, and biological samples. It routinely uses standard office equipment. Travel may be expected for up to 25% of the employee’s time from their home office.

The stated hourly pay range is $54.89–$68.61. Schweiger describes its workplace as positive and offering tools for employees to do their jobs and grow. Full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for medical coverage, including virtual care, HSA/FSA, dental and vision coverage beginning on the first of the month after hire, 401(k) after 30 days, company-sponsored short-term disability for employees outside California, pre-tax public-transit savings, and an additional personal holiday for their birthday. Employees also receive discounts on Schweiger skin care products and cosmetic services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 30 days to six months of prior training in histology techniques is required to become familiar with specimen handling and staining.
• A satisfactory pre-hire assessment of familiarity with specimen handling and staining is required for employment consideration.
• A Histotechnician II, Histotechnician, Clinical Laboratory Technician, or Clinical Laboratory Technologist license is required.
• Familiarity with most major staining and special staining techniques.
• Analytical skills to process slides under tight deadlines and general supervision.
• Ability to identify specific specimens requiring supervisory follow-up.
• Ability to complete 12 hours of continuing education per year and required competency assessments and SOP training.
• Ability to work full time, 30 or more hours per week, Monday through Friday within operating hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Formal ASCP-type accredited training preferred as a quality standard.
• At least six months of prior work experience is desired to gain on-the-job familiarity with histology techniques.
• Experience in a large-scale organization or high-volume production environment preferred.
• ASCP HT or HTL certification preferred; certification is not required.

Responsibilities

• Embed skin specimens, including shaves, punches, nails, and excisions.
• Perform microtomy on histology blocks.
• Stain and coverslip hematoxylin and eosin slides.
• Perform special stain techniques, including PAS, AFB, and Gram stains.
• Perform immunohistochemistry stains using the Bond Max and Ventana Ultra.
• Cut control slides for IHC and special stains.
• Assist with slide distribution when needed.
• File paraffin blocks and H/E slides according to procedures.
• Operate and maintain tissue processors.
• Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and ensure routine maintenance is completed.
• Follow quality-control procedures and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Monitor inventory and document reagents according to required techniques.
• Dispose of biohazardous and hazardous waste according to policy and regulations.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow blood-borne pathogen policies and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Follow company and laboratory SOPs and complete required QC logs on the specified schedules.
• Assist the lab manager with inventory and ordering laboratory supplies.
• Monitor laboratory supply usage to maintain sufficient inventory levels.
• Delegate technical work to staff based on productivity, volume, and staffing levels.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and contact vendors for repairs when needed.
• Provide up to 75% of bench work as needed based on volume and staffing levels.
• Assist the lab manager with administrative duties, including filing reports, continuing education materials, and quality assurance documentation.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including virtual care, for eligible full-time employees, beginning on the first of the month after hire.
• HSA/FSA for eligible full-time employees.
• Dental and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees, beginning on the first of the month after hire.
• 401(k) eligibility after 30 days of employment.
• Company-sponsored short-term disability for non-California employees.
• Pre-tax savings for public transit commuters.
• An additional personal holiday for the employee’s birthday.
• Employee discounts on Schweiger skin care products and cosmetic services.

What This Job Offers

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