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Balance Health · 5 months ago

Histotechnician

University - Santa Monica

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$30/hr - $40/hr

3+ years exp

Balance Health is the nation’s premier comprehensive lower-extremity focused Physician Practice Company. They are seeking an experienced Histotechnician to assist in the preparation of specimens and slides for pathologist examination, while maintaining quality control and safety standards in the lab.

Cosmetic SurgeryHealth CareTherapeuticsWellness

No H1B

Responsibilities

The histotechnician assists in performing all functions related to preparation of specimens and slides for pathologist examination, including gross examination, preparation and cutting of blocks, preparation and staining of slides

Maintains tissues, blocks, and slides after examination according to policy

Performs all safety, maintenance and quality control activities appropriate for the technical area including:

Specimen Accessioning

Specimen Embedding and Microtomy

QC/QA Participation

Filing of blocks and slides and slide distribution

Participation in supply inventory management and ordering if applicable

Proper use of LIS; Novopath

Utilizing, maintaining, and troubleshooting all equipment; tissue processors (Sakura Tissue-Tek VIP, Sakura Tissue Tek-Prisma 6131 slide stainer and linked automated coverslipper and all histology equipment)

H/E and special staining and preparation of solutions

Qualification

HistotechnologySpecimen AccessioningMicrotomyQuality ControlLIS NovopathMicrosoft OfficeEthical BehaviorCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related scientific discipline or Accredited associate's degree (or 60+ credit hours) or certificate program with certification as a Technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

3+ years of relevant experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory is preferred

Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills

Must demonstrate highly ethical behavior and good judgment including the ability to always maintain the utmost confidentiality

Ability to ensure accurate, timely completion of assigned responsibilities

Ability to build rapport and interact collaboratively with team members

Respectfully accepts coaching and guidance understanding it is intended to impart knowledge and help with career development and growth

Highly PC Proficient with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, database systems

Proof of legal eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Ability to successfully pass an in-depth background investigation, including credit check and with a clean DMV report

Any combination of academic education, professional training, and development along with applied work experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position