Histotechnician: Precision Tissue Processing & Staining

77 consultants; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

77 consultants in San Diego is looking for a skilled Histotechnician to perform advanced histochemical and immunohistochemical methodologies. Responsibilities include maintaining specialized equipment, embedding tissues, and managing quality control procedures.

Candidates must possess a Certificate in Histotechnology and complete an accredited training program. A minimum of one year of relevant experience is required, along with BLS certification. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:30.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a histotechnician role within the last three years.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Preferred certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized histological equipment and perform quality control.
• Cut tissue using microtomes while meeting high-quality standards.
• Load and manage reagents in automated tissue processors.

Skills

Histochemical methodologies

Immunohistochemical methodologies

Operating specialized histological equipment

Troubleshooting and maintenance of histological tools

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

Quality control in histology

Education

Certificate in Histotechnology

Histology technician training program accredited by NAACLS or ABHES

Tools

Microtomes

Tissue processors

Automated staining systems

Analytical balances

Job description

77 consultants in San Diego is looking for a skilled Histotechnician to perform advanced histochemical and immunohistochemical methodologies. Responsibilities include maintaining specialized equipment, embedding tissues, and managing quality control procedures.

Candidates must possess a Certificate in Histotechnology and complete an accredited training program. A minimum of one year of relevant experience is required, along with BLS certification. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:30.