Histology Technician: Precision Tissue Prep & QC

Hoag Health System; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare surgical specimens for microscopic examination by pathologists. The role involves tissue processing, embedding, staining, and ensuring QC compliance within established turnaround times.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of histology methods and instrumentation, with prior experience preferred. This position supports Hoag’s laboratory mission in a fast-paced hospital setting in California.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in medical technology or related science preferred.
• Knowledge of section specific test methodology and instrumentation is required.
• Previous experience as a Histology Tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical specimens for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.
• Processes tissues which may include dehydration, embedding, cutting, staining, decalcification, and frozen section cryostat methods.
• Ensures specimens are prepared following all quality control (QC) policies and biohazard regulations.
• Performs procedures within established turn-around-times and maintains a clean, well-organized work area.
• Responds to out of range QC conditions.
• Documents and tracks specimens in the laboratory tracking system.
• Reports promptly all near misses, potential, and actual errors.
• Provides suggestions for error prevention and participates in continuous quality improvement process.
• Assists with ordering and storing supplies.
• Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct.
• Supports the laboratory mission.
• Participates in the continuous quality improvement process.
• Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures including instrumentation, QC requirements, and preventive maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Histology techniques

Laboratory instrumentation

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in medical technology or related science

Tools

Laboratory tracking system

Job description

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare surgical specimens for microscopic examination by pathologists. The role involves tissue processing, embedding, staining, and ensuring QC compliance within established turnaround times.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of histology methods and instrumentation, with prior experience preferred. This position supports Hoag’s laboratory mission in a fast-paced hospital setting in California.