Histology Technologist: Tissue Processing & Staining Pro

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Histology Technologist at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital processes tissues and fluids for Pathology, prepares and stains slides, and ensures timely review by Pathologists. The role operates in a fast-paced laboratory setting with emphasis on quality controls and maintenance.

Minimum education is an AA/AS degree preferred; requires one year acute care experience and three years histology training, including special stains, embedding, and inventory control. Hourly pay ranges from $38.70 to $50.08.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: 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.
• Prior experience to include: specialized stains, cutting, embedding, computer experience, quality control, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Process tissues and fluids submitted to Pathology.
• Prepare and stain tissue slides.
• Ensure slides are available in a timely manner for Pathologist review and interpretation.

Skills

Acute care experience

Histology training

Specialized stains

Cutting

Embedding

Computer literacy

Quality control

Inventory control

Preventive maintenance

Quality improvement

Education

AA/AS degree preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

The Histology Technologist at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital processes tissues and fluids for Pathology, prepares and stains slides, and ensures timely review by Pathologists. The role operates in a fast-paced laboratory setting with emphasis on quality controls and maintenance.

Minimum education is an AA/AS degree preferred; requires one year acute care experience and three years histology training, including special stains, embedding, and inventory control. Hourly pay ranges from $38.70 to $50.08.