What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician position at USPI?
Laguna Hills Pathology Lab has a per-diem Histology Technician opening at our Laboratory located in South San Francisco, California.
The Histology Technician plays a vital role in implementing the laboratory's mission, goals, and objectives by embodying the lab's vision and values. This position supports laboratory operations by performing various technical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include processing and embedding tissue specimens, preparing slides for microscopic examination, performing routine and special staining techniques, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
We operate Monday through Friday, 9 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 30 p.m., with no weekends or late shifts. With two specialized GI Pathologists on-site Monday through Friday, you'll have expert support. Enjoy ample parking and scenic views, including access to the bay trail and waterfront. Join our small, dedicated team of Histotechnologists and Lab Assistants for a rewarding career in a dynamic environment!
Please note that the current hourly wage for this role is between $37.00 - $40.00 / hr.
Our team is dedicated to being competitive with the local market by consistently doing market studies to ensure fair wages! Our team is flexible with compensation based on your experience and certification status!
Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is committed to, and proud of, our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
Required Skills :
- Proficiency in high complexity testing, including grossing, as per CLIA regulations
- Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
- Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute
- High level of accuracy in all tasks
- Ability to function effectively under time pressure
- Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
Required Experience :
24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Salary : $37 - $40
