Histology Technician, Sr PD

Title: Histology Tech Sr.

Location: Laguna Hills, CA.

Department: Clinical Lab Services Admin

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day (8 Hours)

Pay Range: $45/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Memorial Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the core values. The employee shall support Saddleback Memorial Medical Center’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of the performance improvement plan.

This position requires preparation of tissue specimens for microscopic examination by the pathologist in an accurate, precise, and timely manner in order to assist the pathologist in providing appropriate quality patient care in the diagnosis of disease. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. This knowledge includes the use of specialized instrumentation, Quality Control requirements, and preventative maintenance. Participates in the continuous quality improvement process through professional development, continuing education, research and development, and quality assurance.

Essential Function and Responsibilities of the Job

1. Ensures all tissue specimens are prepared in a prompt and timely manner according to established guidelines.

2. Properly performs routine and special stains.

3. Properly cleans and maintains Histology Department and equipment.

4. Oversees Quality Control, Testing Protocols, Instrumentation, and preventative maintenance according to accreditation standards to ensure accurate and efficient operation of the Pathology lab.

5. Oversees inventory management in a fiscally responsible manner insuring that adequate supplies are maintained.

6. Ensures that Policies and Procedures are updated and reviewed according to accreditation standards.

7. Oversees Safety and regulatory compliance.

8. Adheres to all policies and procedures relating to the Laboratory and Hospital Compliance Plans. Follows the MHS Code of Conduct.

9. Be at work and be on time.

10. Follow company policies, procedures, and directives.

11. Interact in a positive and constructive

12. Prioritize and Multitasking

This requires working weekends

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience

3-5 years of Histology experience preferred, with acceptable speed and quality of embedding and cutting.

Strong communication skills required

This requires working weekends

Education/License/Certification

College Degree in Science preferred

Successful completion of histology internship and ASCP registration preferred