Histotechnician I - Night Shift

Stanford Health Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 66,648 - 75,051; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care is hiring a Histotechnologist in California. The role includes cutting biopsy sections, performing stains, and maintaining high-quality lab standards. A High School Diploma is required, along with one year of related experience and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced settings.

Candidates must have the HTL-ASCP certification within 1.5 years. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $48.38 to $54.48, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience required.
• Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Cut high-quality sections of biopsy specimens.
• Perform H&E stains and quality control procedures.
• Adapt to changing priorities and multitask efficiently.

Skills

Ability to operate and maintain medical equipment

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Knowledge of infection prevention policies

Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

1.0 FTE Full time Night - 08 Hour R2658008 Onsite 107520005 Path Lab Gen Histology Multi Site Allied Health PALO ALTO, 3375 Hillview Ave, California

Night Shift (United States of America)

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

What You Will Do

• Cut high quality 1-4 micron sections of small and difficult biopsy specimens.
• Able to cut 50-75 blocks per day while maintaining a high quality product.
• Perform routine H&E stains as well as routine special stains.
• Able to organize and prioritize specimens and tasks to produce a high quality product in an efficient and timely manner.
• Perform quality control on sections and staining procedures to ensure a high quality finished product.
• Able to work overtime and cover other shifts as warranted by the department.
• Able to work in a fast paced, high volume laboratory.
• Must comply with all applicable health and safety policies.
• Must be able to prioritize and successfully multitask.
• Participate in a positive manner in all department meetings.
• Participate as the departmental safety officer in rotation.
• Other work related duties as assigned.
• Committed to customer satisfaction.
• Committed to working in a team environment.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Maintains a cooperative and professional attitude when interacting with others both inter- and intradepartmentally.
• Expected behaviors include adaptability to change, collaboration toward common goals, self‑motivation and taking initiative.
• Expected communication skills involve active listening and proper email etiquette.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Qualifications

• One (1) year of progressively responsible directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to operate and maintain medical equipment and apparatuses
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to organize and prioritize specimens and tasks to produce a high quality product in an efficient and timely manner
• Ability to organize, prioritize, multi‑task, and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to perform tasks according to prescribed procedures
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment
• Knowledge and technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratory
• Knowledge of infection prevention policies and procedures
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
• Knowledge of mathematics, general science, and laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of methods of fixing, cutting, and embedding tissue sections
• Knowledge of staining procedures and mounting sections for microscopic examination

Licenses and Certifications

• HTL‑ASCP Histotechnologist Certf‑ASCP required within 1 ½ Yrs or
• HTN‑ASCP Histotechnician Certf‑ASCP required within 1 ½ Yrs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $48.38 - $54.48 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.