Histotechnologist

Description

Balance Health is the nation’s premier comprehensive lower-extremity focused Physician Practice, and we continue to grow rapidly throughout the US. We have an immediate need to hire an experienced Histotechnologist onsite in our Santa Monica, CA. We offer comprehensive benefits, PTO, and competitive compensation. If you meet the qualifications noted below, we look forward to receiving your application.

Position Summary and Qualifications:

The histotechnologist 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.

Essential Functions:.

· 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

Requirements

HT (ASCP) certification or equivalent and 3 years of relevant experience in a progressive anatomic laboratory, or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related scientific discipline

Graduation from an accredited Associate's degree (or 60 credit hours) or certificate program and certification as a Technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Certificate/License:

Bachelor’s degree, Associate of Applied Science Degree, HT(ASCP) or equivalent preferred

Experience:

3-5 years preferred

Compensation / Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay rate will depend on experience level ($30.76-$40.38/hour)
• Benefit eligibility for FT employees working 30 hours weekly begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Eligibility to participate in our 401(k) program begins on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

Balance Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected classes, including, but not limited to age, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental/physical disability, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sexual orientation, or military/veteran status. If an offer of employment is made, proof of authorization to work in the US and/or U.S. citizenship must be provided during first day of employment. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act 

Salary : $31 - $40