Histology Technician - Pathology - Per Diem

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking a Histology Technician for per diem 8-hour day shifts in Glendale, Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on processing tissues and fluids for the Pathology service, preparing and staining slides, ensuring timely availability for Pathologist interpretation.

Minimum education includes an AA/AS degree (preferred but not required). Experience in acute care settings and histology training are required, with ASCP certification preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• AA or AS degree in a related field preferred, but not required.
• One year experience in an Acute Care Facility setting and 3 years clinical training in an approved Histology Training Program.
• Valid Histology ASCP Certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• The Histology Technologist is responsible for processing all tissues and fluids submitted to the Pathology service, preparing/staining tissue slides and assuring they are available in a timely manner for Pathologist review and interpretation.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Inventory management

Laboratory computer skills

Staining and embedding

Education

AA/AS degree in related field

Tools

Stains equipment

Microtome

Cryostat

Light microscope

Job description

Histology Technician - Pathology - Per Diem 8 Hour Day Shift (Union)

Glendale, Los Angeles, CA

Job ID REQ20178601

Category Keck Medicine of USC

The Histology Technologist is responsible for processing all tissues and fluids submitted to the Pathology service, preparing/staining tissue slides and assuring they are available in a timely manner for Pathologist review and interpretation.

Minimum Education: An AA or AS degree in a related field preferred, but not required.

Minimum Experience/Knowledge: One year experience in an Acute Care Facility setting and 3 years clinical training in an approved Histology Training Program. Prior experience to include: specialized stains, cutting, embedding, computer experience, quality control, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance and quality improvement.

Required License/Certification: Valid Histology ASCP Certification preferred, but not required.

As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $41.69.

When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Job ID REQ20178601

Posted Date 08/11/2026