Histologic Technician I
Primary Location Berkeley, California
Job Number 1201630 Date posted 11/29/2023
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Description:
Minimum (12) twelve months of experience as histologic technician or completion of the 12 month Histology training.
Associate Degree in Science.
N/A
Demonstrated ability to perform all special stains used in the routine practice of pathology.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Previous experience with lab information systems
Must be an independent self-motivated individual proficient in histology and related applications.
Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
N/A
Under the general direction of the Pathologist or Laboratory Manager, performs immunohistochemical stains and all other special procedures as required. Cuts, embebs, and stains histology specimens.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Performs routine tasks related to fixation and processing of specimens.
- Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens.
- Correctly prepares special stains and solutions.
- Operates and evaluates equipment and reagent systems.
- Maintains equipment with documentation and reports repairs to manager.
- Also maintains logbooks and Block and slide files.
- Assists Pathologist in any area of histology sections.
- Writes and updates evaluation reports as well as procedures using NCCLS format.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Grade 705
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Education
License, Certification, Registration
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Primary Location: California,Berkeley,Berkeley Regional Lab - 1725
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1
Shift: Night
Workdays: Variable, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Working Hours Start: 10:00 PM
Working Hours End: 06:30 AM
Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call
Job Type: Standard
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01|SEIU|United Healthworkers
Job Level: Entry Level
Department: Berkeley Regional Lab - 1701 - Pathology/Lab-Histology - 0206
Pay Range: $47.36 - $50.88 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
