Electron Microscopist (EM Tech) - Specialized Histology - Full Time, Nights - (8HRS)

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.Night - 08 Hour (United States of America)This is a Stanford Health Care job.A Brief OverviewProcess and section surgical specimens for examination under light and electron microscope. Examineindependently or with minimal supervision cellular ultrastructure for diagnostic and research purposes withphotographic and / or digital imaging documentation. Prepare frozen sections of surgical specimens, evaluatefor adequacy and stain with fluorescent antibodies for diagnostic and research purposes. Attend in-houserenal biopsy procedures to divide and fix tissue for various studies. Assist residents, fellows, and faculty inresearch projects requiring electron microscopy and immunofluorescent studies.LocationsStanford Health CareWhat you will doCut both "thick and thin sections" of epoxy-embedded tissueCut frozen sections using a cryostatIndependently examine tissues in the electron microscopePrepare laboratory solutions, i.e. buffers, stains, fixatives, etc.Process and embed specimens for electron microscopyProduce photomicrographs or digital images of tissue ultrastructure using darkroom processing and computer imaging programsStain frozen sections with fluorescent antibodiesEducation QualificationsAssociate's degree in a work-related field / discipline from an accredited college or universityRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility operate and maintain medical equipment and apparatusesAbility to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret resultsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to follow written and oral instructionsAbility to learn new procedures and adapt to technological changes in the laboratoryAbility to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to perform tasks according to prescribed proceduresAbility to plan, organize, develop tactical plans and set prioritiesAbility to solve technical and non-technical problemsAbility to work effectively both as a team player and leaderAbility to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organizationKnowledge and technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratoryKnowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areaKnowledge of infection prevention policies and proceduresKnowledge of laboratory controls, methods, procedures and regulationsKnowledge of mathematics general science and laboratory techniquesLicenses and CertificationsNoneThese principles apply to ALL employees : SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family ExperienceStanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective : Know Me : Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective careShow Me the Way : Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better healthCoordinate for Me : Own the complexity of my care through coordinationEqual Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and / or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.Base Pay Scale : Generally starting at $52.62 - $59.26 per hourThe salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.Learn about our awards () and significant events () .

Salary : $53 - $59