Lab Histotech II Lead

Role Overview

• Perform the duties of the Histotechnician per the Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adhere to and support our culture of compliance and safety by following all SOPs with attention to detail, accuracy, and professionalism
• Embed skin specimens such as shaves, punches, nails and excisions
• Perform microtomy on histology blocks
• Stain and coverslip hematoxylin and eosin slides
• Perform special stain techniques such as, but not limited to, PAS, AFB and Gram stain
• Perform immunohistochemistry stains on the Bond Max and the Ventana Ultra Cut control slides for IHC and special stains
• Assist with slide distribution if needed
• File paraffin blocks and H/E slides in accordance with procedures
• Operate and maintain tissue processors
• Trouble-shoot lab equipment and ensure proper routine maintenance
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed and appropriate documentations are maintained
• Monitor inventory and assure proper reagent documentation techniques
• Biohazard and hazardous waste disposal in accordance with policy and regulations
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment
• Observe blood-borne pathogens policy and proper personal protective equipment
• Adhere to all company and laboratory specific SOPs and complete quality control (QC) logs as required on a daily, weekly, monthly or annual basis (per individual SOPs)

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED minimum required; Associate Degree preferred
• Special training of at least 30 days to six months in histology techniques required to achieve familiarity with handling specimens and staining
• Formal ASCP-type accredited training is preferred as a quality standard
• Prior work experience of six months is desired in order to gain familiarity on-the-job with histology techniques
• Familiar with most major techniques for staining and special staining
• Analytical skills necessary for processing slides under tight deadlines and general supervision
• Ability to identify specific specimens for supervisory follow-up
• Certification is not required for this position; however, ASCP HT or HTL Certification is preferred
• Competency assessments will be performed upon hire and throughout the year per the laboratory’s Competency Assessment SOP.

Benefits

• Medical (Virtual Care included)
• HSA/FSA
• Dental
• Vision on 1st of the month after hire date
• 401K after 30 days of employment
• Company Sponsored Short Term Disability (Only applicable for non-California employee)
• Pre-tax savings available for public transit commuters
• Your birthday is an additional personal holiday
• Part-time employees (less than 30 hours) are eligible for: Dental and Vision on 1st of the month after date of hire
• 401K after 30 days of employment
• Employee discounts on Schweiger skin care products & cosmetic services