Histologic Technician I
Primary Location Berkeley, California
Worker Location Onsite
Job Number 1308767 Date posted 10/09/2024
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Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
Job Summary:
Under the general direction of the Pathologist or Laboratory Manager, performs immunohistochemical stains and all other special procedures as required. Cuts, embebs, and stains histology specimens.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Performs routine tasks related to fixation and processing of specimens.
- Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens.
- Correctly prepares special stains and solutions.
- Operates and evaluates equipment and reagent systems.
- Maintains equipment with documentation and reports repairs to manager.
- Also maintains logbooks and Block and slide files.
- Assists Pathologist in any area of histology sections.
- Writes and updates evaluation reports as well as procedures using NCCLS format.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Grade 705
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A
Education
- Associate Degree in Science and twelve (12) months of histology tech experience OR Associate Degree in Science and completion of 12-month histology training OR associate Degree in Science and completion of Kaiser Permanente TPMG Regional Laboratory Histotechnician Training Program, OR High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of histology tech experience in highly complex speciment handling laboratory setting.
License, Certification, Registration
- N/A
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated ability to perform all special stains used in the routine practice of pathology.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
- Previous experience with lab information systems
- Must be an independent self-motivated individual proficient in histology and related applications.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- N/A
Primary Location: California,Berkeley,Berkeley Regional Lab - 1725
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Evening
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 06:00 PM
Working Hours End: 02:30 AM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West
Job Level: Entry Level
Department: Berkeley Regional Lab - 1701 - Pathology/Lab-Histology - 0206
Pay Range: $50.21 - $53.94 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
