Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Histology Technician

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 9

Part-timeLos Angeles, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in cytotechnology or equivalent is preferred; some certifications may require a bachelor's degree.
A master's degree is preferred.
Cytology experience is preferred.
American Society for Clinical Pathology Histology Technician certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform tests requested by physicians, maintain legible records of completed tests, accurately report test results, and maintain quality-control documentation for quality assurance.
Demonstrate proficiency in using and troubleshooting equipment.
Prepare tissue and blood samples using varied techniques to create microscope slides suitable for microscopic study by the Pathologist.
Prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination using embedding, cutting, staining, immunostaining, coverslipping, and labeling techniques; prioritize and perform departmental procedures accurately.
Stain and cover tissue and Pap smear slides.
Operate precision equipment and use dyes and chemicals to make tissue abnormalities visible under a microscope.
Prepare and maintain solutions, identify, label, and process tissue according to specifications, and maintain equipment and supplies, including cleaning, changing solutions, taking temperatures, and replenishing supplies and solutions.
Report and file findings as directed.
Evaluate the validity of test results, including controls for special stains and immunoperoxidase (IPX); stain gynecological, non-gynecological, and bone marrow specimens using specified reagents.
Prepare slides for Pathologist examination, assess slides against established standards using a microscope, and deliver slides to the Pathologist for examination and diagnosis.
Clean instruments, log and maintain accurate records, ensure preventive maintenance is performed, maintain supplies, and perform, evaluate, and document quality-control checks.
Monitor and facilitate departmental workflow, and support cost containment without sacrificing patient care.
Maintain technical knowledge of histology and laboratory techniques and procedures.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.

Job Summary:

Performs tests requested by physicians. Keeps legible and neat records of completed tests. Accurately reports test results. Maintains valuable quality control/documentation for quality assurance. Demonstrates proficiency in the use/troubleshooting of equipment. Prepares tissue and blood samples, using a variety of techniques, to create usable microscope slides suitable for microscopic study of tissues or organisms by the Pathologist.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in cytotechnology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred
Master's Degree: Preferred
Cytology experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Histology Technician certification: Preferred

Essential Functions:

Prepares tissue sections for microscopic examination using a variety of techniques including embedding, cutting, staining tissue slides for good diagnostic quality. Prioritizes and accurately performs all designated departmental procedures, including embedding, microtomy, staining (special stains, immunostains, coverslipping and labeling). Stains and covers tissue/pap smear slides.
Operates precision equipment and works with a variety of dyes and chemicals to make tissue abnormalities visible with a microscope. Prepares and maintains solutions required for all procedures. Identifies, labels, and processes tissue according to specifications. Maintains equipment, cleaning, changing solutions, taking temperatures, and replenishing supplies and solutions as needed. Reports and files finding as directed.
Evaluates validity of test results which includes all controls for special stains and IPX. Stains gynecological, non-gynecological, and bone marrow specimens using specified reagents. Prepares slides for examination by the Pathologist. Examines prepared slides through microscope to determine by experience whether or not slide meets established standards. Delivers slides to Pathologist for examination and diagnosis.
Keeps all instruments clean. Logs and maintains accurate records and assures that all preventive maintenance is performed. Maintains supplies at level to meet departmental needs. Performs, evaluates, and documents quality control checks.
Monitors and facilitates departmental flow of operations. Demonstrates conscientious effort toward cost-containment in the department without sacrificing patient care. Maintains technical knowledge in histology and laboratory techniques and procedures.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Pay Range: The estimated base pay for this position is $31.84 to $43.67. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

About the Company

Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Adventist Health is a faith-based nonprofit health system with more than 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care hospitals, primarily on the West Coast and in Hawaii. It provides a full range of health services—from primary and specialty care to hospital-based treatments and wellness programs—delivered across an integrated network of clinics, hospitals, and care facilities. Revenue comes from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government programs, and earnings are reinvested back into communities to improve health outcomes and expand access to care. The organization differentiates itself through its nonprofit, faith-based model and by reinvesting earnings into community health, along with its broad, integrated network that covers preventive, primary, specialty, and acute care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the communities it serves and to expand access to high-quality care.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $210K
Headquarters: Roseville, CA
Founded: Not listed

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