Histotechnologist I Per Diem
Sacramento, California
Employer: UC Davis Health
Industry: Clinical Laboratory Services
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
Job Summary #CA-FT
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.
Apply By Date
(May 4, 2024 at 11:59pm);Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time.
Minimum Qualifications
Department Description
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.
Position Information
Physical Demands and Work Environment
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere
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.
Apply By Date
(May 4, 2024 at 11:59pm);Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience working in a hospital or medical environment
- Ability to work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
- 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.
- Education - Associated Degree -Science
- Experience - 12 months of histology lab work experience in embedding and sectioning.
- Knowledge and experience in embedding fresh and fixed various tissues for microtomy sections.
- Knowledge of routine H&E stains.
- Knowledge and experience cutting high-quality paraffin embedded and fresh tissue blocks at 1-10 microns in a timely fashion.
- Experience in sectioning paraffin embedded and fresh tissues as thin as one (1) micron on a rotary and/or electric microtome.
Experience in preparing molar solutions correcting for pH, and general laboratory maintenance. - Knowledge of an ability to learn special histological stains including the ability to perform several stains simultaneously.
- Knowledge of the Laboratory and Hospital Information Systems (LIS/HIS) and other basic computer programs.
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills; document and report clearly and concisely; convey instructions, directions and information appropriately.
- Technical and mechanical skills to operate and perform preventive maintenance on equipment in the area.
Department Description
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.
Position Information
- Salary or Pay Range: $50.36
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: EX-304
- Payroll Title: HISTO TCHNO 1
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Per Diem
- Percentage of Time: 20%
- Shift Hours: 12:00am-8:30am
- Location: Path Building- 4400 V Street, Sacramento
- Union Representation: Yes
- Benefits Eligible: No
- Hybrid/Remote/On-Site:
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Must be able to work variable shifts as needed on weekends, holidays, must be able to work occasional overtime as required and take call as needed.
- Must be able to move items weighing 44 lbs.
- This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
- As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere
Created: 2024-04-26
Reference: 68017
Country: United States
State: California
City: Sacramento
ZIP: 95820
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