Lead Histology Technologist: IHC & Advanced Tissue Prep

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

UC Davis Health in Sacramento seeks a Histology Tech 3 to process patient samples and prepare slides for histologic analysis. At the HT3 level, you’ll perform the full range of tissue prep, including specialized immunohistochemical stains, and act as a lead for technical expertise and troubleshooting.

This 100% on-site night-shift role requires ASCP eligibility, a BS in a science field, and experience with paraffin and fresh tissues, H&E and special stains, as well as LIS/HIS familiarity.

Qualifications

• Histology certification (ASCP) eligibility; certification to be completed within six months of hire.
• BS in a science-related field.
• Experience in sectioning paraffin embedded and fresh tissues as thin as 1 micron.
• Experience in preparing molar solutions adjusting for pH, and general laboratory maintenance.
• Knowledge of LIS/HIS and basic computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Process patient samples and prepare slides for histologic analysis.
• Lead for technical expertise and troubleshooting; develop new techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science in a science-related field

Histology certification (ASCP) eligibility

Job description

UC Davis Health in Sacramento seeks a Histology Tech 3 to process patient samples and prepare slides for histologic analysis. At the HT3 level, you’ll perform the full range of tissue prep, including specialized immunohistochemical stains, and act as a lead for technical expertise and troubleshooting.

This 100% on-site night-shift role requires ASCP eligibility, a BS in a science field, and experience with paraffin and fresh tissues, H&E and special stains, as well as LIS/HIS familiarity.