Histotechnician (Part-time)

KATMAI; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Leave

Leave of Absence

Job summary

KATMAI is seeking a part-time Histology Technician to prepare tissue specimens for microscopic analysis in a clinical laboratory environment. You will operate automated tissue processors, embed tissue, and produce high-quality paraffin sections while maintaining QC records.

The role requires NAACLS/ABHES/ASCP accreditation and HT-ASCP/HTL-ASCP certification, with routine quality control and safety procedures mandatory.

Qualifications

• Graduation from NAACLS/ABHES or ASCP-acceptable histology program.
• HT-ASCP/HTL-ASCP certification/registration required.

Responsibilities

• Load, operate and manage reagents on automated tissue processors.
• Embed tissue into paraffin blocks.
• Cut tissue with microtome to 2–5 micron sections of high quality.
• Understand pre-/post-analytic processes and monitor for instrument issues.
• Perform quality control on equipment, reagents and products; maintain records.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Tissue processing equipment operation

Education

NAACLS/ABHES/ASCP-acceptable histology program

Tools

Rotary microtome

Tissue processor

Paraffin embedding

Job description

Summary

Prepare and process tissue specimens for microscopic examination by operating tissue-processing equipment, embedding and sectioning tissue, performing quality control procedures, and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis and transport.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Load, operate, and perform required reagent management on automated tissue processors.
• Embed tissue into paraffin blocks.
• Cut tissue using an automated or manual rotary microtome, producing 2–5-micron thick paraffin sections of excellent quality. Will also section control tissue as required by the department.
• Understand the complex interactions of various pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic processes and how each one can affect the results of specialized immunohistochemical tests for predictive markers. Recognize and react to indicators of malfunction. Locate and implement corrections. Obtain analytical data, convert to a prescribed unit of reporting, as necessary, and correlate data to verify results.
• Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents and products and maintain proper records for quality control and quality assurance reports.
• Prepare specimens for transport to MTF laboratory or for mail out.
• Prepare biological waste for proper disposal.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from a histology technician training program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or educational program acceptable to the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
• Must have a certification/registration as a Histotechnician/ Histotechnologist from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (HT-ASCP/HTL-ASCP).

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Full knowledge and understanding of various tissue types and which require specialized embedding techniques.

Work Schedule

Part-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a clinical laboratory setting with exposure to biological specimens, chemicals, reagents, laboratory equipment, and biological waste. Position requires frequent interaction with laboratory personnel and adherence to established safety, quality control, and infection control procedures.

Physical Demands

Position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and repetitive use of hands for handling tissue specimens, laboratory instruments, and equipment. Employee may be required to lift and carry laboratory supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Position requires close visual attention and fine motor skills when embedding and sectioning tissue and operating laboratory equipment. It is Katmai’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Eligible Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation & Sick Leave, 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and Leave of Absence.

Compliance

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website:

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).