Diagnostic Technician I or II - Histology

Kansas State University; New York (KS, NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary medicine is seeking a dedicated Diagnostic Technician to join their team. In this role, you'll perform critical histology duties that support both service and research objectives. Your responsibilities will include trimming and embedding tissues, preparing glass slides, and maintaining automated histology equipment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to animal health and diagnostics while working in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for animals and a keen interest in laboratory work, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and two years of relevant experience.
• Certification in histotechnology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform histology duties including trimming and embedding tissues.
• Operate and maintain automated histology equipment.

Skills

Histology experience

Familiarity with laboratory tests and procedures

Working knowledge of chemistry

Familiarity with animal diseases

Customer service attitude

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Automated histology equipment

Job description

About This Role

The Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a Diagnostic Technician I or II, based on qualifications. The person in this position will perform histology duties related to service and research. Duties will include trimming (grossing) of fixed biopsy and necropsy tissues, embedding tissues in paraffin wax, cutting tissues on a microtome and preparing glass slides of the tissues, routine filing of slides, tissue blocks, data entry, operating and maintaining automated histology equipment, immunohistochemical staining, disposing of tissues, and writing and updating standard operating procedures. As needed, cross training may occur in other sections. Significant attention must be given to the KSVDL QMS (Quality Management System) and subsequent compliance.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diagnostic Technician I: Requires a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience.


• Diagnostic Technician II: Requires an associate degree and two years of relevant experience.


• This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Certification in histotechnology, ASCP (histo-technician (HT) or histotechnologist (HTL)


• Histology experience


• Familiarity with laboratory tests and procedures


• Working knowledge of chemistry


• Familiarity with animal diseases


• Interest in animals


• Team player that maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers and other employees


• Positive customer service attitude

How to Apply

Please submit the online application.

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Diagnostic Technician I: $16.76-$28.49 hourly

Diagnostic Technician II: $18.86-$32.05 hourly

Hiring manager will determine appropriate position level candidates will be hired into based on candidate education, experience, and department needs.