Histotechnologist II

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Organization:

PAMFPalo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview:

Integrates knowledge theory and practice to properly execute procedures in assigned areas of Pathology. Maintains competence in all routine histology procedures (e.g. embedding sectioning and routine automated staining) and advanced histology procedures (e.g. immunohistochemistry and histochemical staining); routine maintenance; slide/stain quality control; and basic troubleshooting. Duties may include receiving preparing archiving and/or retrieving specimen/material; preparing and or stocking department supplies and reagents; performing quality assurance tasks; producing frozen sections from specimens; and conducting training for routine histology practices.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education (GED)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
1 year recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrated advanced knowledge and technical competence in specimen collection and preparation laboratory operations and quality assurance in histology.

• Quantity of Work: Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

• Quality of Work: Ability to accurately precisely and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.

• Culturally Competent Communication: Ability to compassionately and effectively interact individuals and groups of diverse ages backgrounds values beliefs and behaviors.

• Workflow Management: Ability to appropriately respond to fluctuations in volume unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failures shifttoshift handoffs priority test orders and specimen integrity issues.

• Adherence to Practices & Procedures: Ability to follow standard practices processes and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations codes policies and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

NonExempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $49.23 to $61.53 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.