Histology Technician Extra on Call

Trinity Health; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 44,124 - 61,757; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Fresno, California, is seeking a qualified Histology Technologist responsible for performing technical duties in the preparation of various specimens for microscopic examination. The role includes training students in an approved program.

Candidates are required to have a High School Diploma and must complete specific college courses along with having one year of histology experience. The pay range is competitive, offering between $32.03 and $44.83 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of one college biology class and/or one college chemistry class is required.
• One year of experience as a Histotechnology Trainee or Histology Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical duties in the preparation of surgical, autopsy, and cytology specimens.
• Technical instruction of students in an ASCP-approved Histologic Technique program.

Skills

Accuracy

Communication skills

Mechanical ability

Good hand/eye coordination

Speed with accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Description

This position is responsible for performing technical duties in the preparation of surgical, autopsy, and cytology specimens for microscopic examination. It may also involve technical instruction of students in an ASCP-approved Histologic Technique program. The incumbent should be preparing to successfully pass the ASCP-HT examination, which requires a minimum of an Associate Degree.

Requirements

1. High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's Degree is preferred.

2. Completion of one college biology class and/or one college chemistry class is required.

3. One (1) year of experience as a Histotechnology Trainee or Histology Technologist.

4. Patience, mechanical ability, functional knowledge of anatomy, chemistry, and physiology is required.

5. Experience in enzyme histochemistry and immunoperoxidase stains is required.

6. Accuracy, reliability, working well under pressure, ability to finish a task once started, communication skills both oral and written are required.

7. Good hand/eye coordination, speed with accuracy and good mental concentration is preferred.

Pay Range: $32.03- $44.83

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.