Histology Specialist

6 days ago

Berkeley, California, United States Kaiser Permanente Full time
Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Pathologist or Laboratory Manager, performs immunohistochemical stains and all other special procedures as required. Cuts, embeds, and stains histology specimens.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Performs tasks related to fixation and processing of specimens.
  • Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens.
  • Correctly prepares special stains, immunohistochemistry stains and solutions.
  • Performs Quality Control on all stained slides.
  • Orders reagents, antibodies, and tool parts to ensure adequate supplies for the work.
  • May train new employees and students as assigned.
  • Operates and Evaluates equipment and reagent systems. Maintains equipment with documentation and reports repairs to manager.
  • Also maintains logbooks, Block and slide files.
  • Keeps abreast with company's current policies and immunohistochemistry technical updates.
  • Writes and updates evaluation reports as well as procedures using the NCCLS format.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • 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 specimen handling laboratory setting.
  • Histologic Technician Certificate OR Histologic Technologist Certificate
Additional Requirements:
  • Must demonstrate aptitude for work as Histologic Technician to the Chief of Pathology's satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform all special stains, immunohistochemical stains used in the routine practice of pathology.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform histochemical stains and all other special procedures as required by the Chief of Pathology including knowledge of the biochemical nature of reaction.
  • 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 willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.