Histology Technician — Tissue Processing & Staining

University of Southern California; Glendale, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California (USC) is hiring a Histology Technician for the Glendale, CA area. The role involves processing tissues, staining slides, and ensuring timely preparation for Pathologist review in a union, full-time 8-hour day shift.

Minimum education is an AA/AS preferred, with at least one year in acute care and three years histology training. ASCP certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• One year experience in an Acute Care Facility setting.
• Three years clinical training in an approved Histology Training Program.
• Valid Histology ASCP Certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process all tissues and fluids submitted to the Pathology service.
• Prepare and stain tissue slides and ensure they are available for Pathologist review.
• Support timely reporting and quality control within the histology workflow.

Skills

Specialized stains

Cutting

Embedding

Computer experience

Quality control

QC evaluation

Inventory control

Preventative maintenance

Quality improvement

Education

AA/AS degree

Job description

University of Southern California (USC) is hiring a Histology Technician for the Glendale, CA area. The role involves processing tissues, staining slides, and ensuring timely preparation for Pathologist review in a union, full-time 8-hour day shift.

Minimum education is an AA/AS preferred, with at least one year in acute care and three years histology training. ASCP certification is preferred but not required.