Mohs Histotech

California Skin Institute; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Health Insurance

Vision & dental plan

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

401 (K)

Generous paid time off

Growth and development opportunities

Recognition Program

Job summary

California Skin Institute is looking for a Histotechnician to manage specimen handling and lab operations in a premier dermatology practice. The role includes responsibilities like tissue preparation, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree and be eligible for a Histotechnician License, along with essential lab skills to contribute to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Histotechnician License may be required.
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Handling, storage, and identification of specimens.
• Freezing tissue and cutting frozen sections with a microtome.
• Labeling and storage of slides.

Skills

Specimen handling

Tissue freezing and sectioning

Staining skills

Quality control

OSHA compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Histotechnician License

Job description

California Skin Institute (CSI) now partnered with Schweiger Dermatology Group is the largest and fastest growing private dermatology practice in California offering an unwavering commitment to excellence in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology and plastic surgery. We have one of the most state-of-the-art and comprehensive skin-based service lines including laser, light, radio-frequency, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery techniques, Medicare-approved surgery centers and a full-service dermatopathology laboratory. Come join our team as we innovate both in the clinical setting and in practice operations!

As our mission is safe patient care, we require all our employees to be vaccinated as such vaccinations are available, and subject to the narrow exceptions provided by applicable law.

Job Responsibilities

• Specimen handling, storage, preservation, and identification
• Freezing tissue and cutting frozen sections with a microtome
• Staining and placing tissue on slides
• Labeling and storage of slides
• Preparation and mixing solutions used in MOHS lab
• Use and handling of all materials and reagents
• Disposal of stains and cleaning of glass containers and Petri dishes
• Maintenance and review of all equipment and materials in the lab
• Maintaining and updating OSHA and CLIA records
• Recording daily temperatures of cryostat
• Participating in relative studies by maintaining proper records
• Ensuring a safe environment in the lab according to OSHA standards (i.e. changing fume hood filters, safety glasses, gloves, etc.)
• Maintaining quality control logs for slide review
• Maintaining log for patient identification system
• Performs related work as required
• Ensures service excellence by becoming thoroughly familiar with the Seven Principles of behavior and putting them into practice in carrying out job responsibilities
• Conforms to all applicable HIPAA, billing compliance and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Active and valid Histotechnician License may be required based on state guidelines.
• Bachelor's Degree

Travel

From time to time, operational business needs (e.g. training sessions, emergency coverage issues, etc.) may require employee travel to alternate locations within a reasonable distance based upon GM or RM discretion.

Work Environment

• This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an employee.
• This job operates in a professional work environment
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Benefits and Perks

We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive pay in addition to a benefits package including:

• Medical Health Insurance
• Vision & dental plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• 401 (K)
• Generous paid time off
• Growth and development opportunities
• Recognition Program
• And much more!

It is the policy of California Skin Institute to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, family status (including pregnancy), marital status, military status, sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, or any other factor protected by local, state or federal law, and to prohibit harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.