Histotechnologist 2 Per Diem
UC Davis Health, Sacramento, CA, United States
Overview
This position supports the departmental goals by processing patient samples and preparing slides for Histologic analysis. At the HT II level, the incumbent will be competent in the full range of tissue preparation assignments, including the most specialized techniques, such as immunohistochemical stains. They also serve as a lead for technical expertise and in troubleshooting and development of new techniques.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent work experience or training
Minimum work experience correlated to minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience working as a histotechnician in a Histology laboratory setting.
Experience with embedding various types of fresh and fixed tissues.
Experience cutting paraffin embedded and fresh tissue blocks using a microtome.
Experience performing routine H&E and a variety of special histochemical stains simultaneously.
Ability to work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
Ability to work well under pressure and remain flexible in changing work environment.
Knowledge and ability to operate a personal computer.
Organizational and time management skills to independently manage and prioritize an extensive and varied workload, meet multiple deadlines, and achieve timely progress in specimen processing.
Ability to function and work in a diverse work environment
Ability to maintain the security of confidential information, exercise judgement, tact, and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.
Preferred Qualifications
American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) HT Certification
Preferred Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a science related field.
Experience working as a histotechnician in a Hospital Histology laboratory setting.
Eligible to perform high-complexity testing
Ability to recognize processes that could lead to failures.
Knowledge of hospital and laboratory regulations and requirements (e.g. CDPH, CAP, TJC, NAACLS, OSHA).
Knowledge of basic chemistry and biology applicable to the surgical pathology laboratory.
Experience with preparing molar solutions.
Experience performing general histology laboratory maintenance.
Knowledge of the Laboratory and Hospital Information Systems (LIS/HIS) and other basic computer programs.
Excellent organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
Key Responsibilities
60% - Embedding and Cutting
30% - Staining
5% - Laboratory Maintenance
5% - Other Duties
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $57.54 - $57.54
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 213
UC Job Title: HISTO TCHNO 2 PD
UC Job Code: 009069
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
Percentage of Time: 20
Shift (Work Schedule): Night
Location: Histology Building (PATH-V ST) (HSP015)
Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
Benefits Eligible: No
This position is 100% on-site
Department Overview
In support of UCDH mission of "improving lives and transforming health care", the Department of Pathology and laboratory medicine provides high quality diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients, both UCDHS' and its affiliates, through the examination and interpretation of tissue, blood and other body fluids. Our laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathology (CAP) and located in three distinct facilities; the Surgery and Emergency Services Pavilion (SESP), the Pathology Buildings, and the Specialty Testing Center. The Department is one of the largest ancillary services with gross annual revenues in excess of $450m, expenses of $60m, and more than 250 employees across 18 distinct units and accounts/cost centers.
Department Specific Job Scope
The Histology Laboratory is the receiving and processing point for tissue and cytology specimens taken from surgical and biopsy procedures. Histotechnologists are involved in every step of the specimen preparation and testing required for a pathologist’s microscopic evaluation and diagnosis of a patient sample. The Histotechnologist’s technical skills include: tissue processing and embedding, preparing tissue sections for microscope slides, routine H&E staining, and performing special stains.
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our Benefits Summary pages.
Special Requirements
This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive
uclear materials
Compliance and Conduct
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Culture of Opportunity and Belonging
At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. We invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. To view the Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
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This position supports the departmental goals by processing patient samples and preparing slides for Histologic analysis. At the HT II level, the incumbent will be competent in the full range of tissue preparation assignments, including the most specialized techniques, such as immunohistochemical stains. They also serve as a lead for technical expertise and in troubleshooting and development of new techniques.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent work experience or training
Minimum work experience correlated to minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience working as a histotechnician in a Histology laboratory setting.
Experience with embedding various types of fresh and fixed tissues.
Experience cutting paraffin embedded and fresh tissue blocks using a microtome.
Experience performing routine H&E and a variety of special histochemical stains simultaneously.
Ability to work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
Ability to work well under pressure and remain flexible in changing work environment.
Knowledge and ability to operate a personal computer.
Organizational and time management skills to independently manage and prioritize an extensive and varied workload, meet multiple deadlines, and achieve timely progress in specimen processing.
Ability to function and work in a diverse work environment
Ability to maintain the security of confidential information, exercise judgement, tact, and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.
Preferred Qualifications
American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) HT Certification
Preferred Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a science related field.
Experience working as a histotechnician in a Hospital Histology laboratory setting.
Eligible to perform high-complexity testing
Ability to recognize processes that could lead to failures.
Knowledge of hospital and laboratory regulations and requirements (e.g. CDPH, CAP, TJC, NAACLS, OSHA).
Knowledge of basic chemistry and biology applicable to the surgical pathology laboratory.
Experience with preparing molar solutions.
Experience performing general histology laboratory maintenance.
Knowledge of the Laboratory and Hospital Information Systems (LIS/HIS) and other basic computer programs.
Excellent organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
Key Responsibilities
60% - Embedding and Cutting
30% - Staining
5% - Laboratory Maintenance
5% - Other Duties
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $57.54 - $57.54
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 213
UC Job Title: HISTO TCHNO 2 PD
UC Job Code: 009069
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
Percentage of Time: 20
Shift (Work Schedule): Night
Location: Histology Building (PATH-V ST) (HSP015)
Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
Benefits Eligible: No
This position is 100% on-site
Department Overview
In support of UCDH mission of "improving lives and transforming health care", the Department of Pathology and laboratory medicine provides high quality diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients, both UCDHS' and its affiliates, through the examination and interpretation of tissue, blood and other body fluids. Our laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathology (CAP) and located in three distinct facilities; the Surgery and Emergency Services Pavilion (SESP), the Pathology Buildings, and the Specialty Testing Center. The Department is one of the largest ancillary services with gross annual revenues in excess of $450m, expenses of $60m, and more than 250 employees across 18 distinct units and accounts/cost centers.
Department Specific Job Scope
The Histology Laboratory is the receiving and processing point for tissue and cytology specimens taken from surgical and biopsy procedures. Histotechnologists are involved in every step of the specimen preparation and testing required for a pathologist’s microscopic evaluation and diagnosis of a patient sample. The Histotechnologist’s technical skills include: tissue processing and embedding, preparing tissue sections for microscope slides, routine H&E staining, and performing special stains.
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our Benefits Summary pages.
Special Requirements
This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive
uclear materials
Compliance and Conduct
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Culture of Opportunity and Belonging
At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. We invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. To view the Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
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