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Histology Technician II

Mercy General Hospital Sacramento, California
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The posted compensation range of $46.93 - $52.12 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2023-317810 Employment Type Seasonal/Casual/OnCall/Supplemental Department Pathological Laboratory Svcs Hours/Pay Period 16 Shift Varies Weekly Schedule varied schedule Remote No Category Laboratory
Overview

Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.


Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Processes embeds sections mounts and routinely stains surgical and autopsy tissue and performs special stains. With other Histology team members participates in the management of the Histology section.
Job Specific Duties
1.1 Processes and embeds all surgical and autopsy tissues and proficiently sections paraffin-embedded tissues, yielding professional quality. No more than 1-2 re-cuts per month as a result of improper techniques.
1.2 Embeds a minimum of 55-65 blocks per hour and sections a minimum of 25-35 blocks per hour.
1.3 Stains and mounts surgical and autopsy slides, performing special stains and immunohistological chemical procedures (if implemented) as requested, with no more than 2-4 requests for restains per year.
1.4 Performs daily procedures and preventive maintenance on equipment including tissue processor, embedding center, stainer, and microtome knives, completing all tasks and documentation within established timeframes 95-99% of the time.
1.5 Trouble-shoots problems using all available resources and maintaining complete documentation.
1.6 Completes quality control and preventive maintenance records by target dates 94-97% of the time.
1.7 Maintains storage of slides and blocks, filing within 1-2 days and storing according to established schedules 94-97% of the time.
1.8 Documents inventory needs, stocking work area and ordering supplies within budgetary guidelines and with no greater than 3-5 stat orders required per year.
1.9 Participates in gross examination procedures as needed, assisting Pathology Lab assistant as time permits.
1.10 Uses the Pathology and Hospital Information System to enter patient information, order and verify correct procedures to be done, and problem solve with no more than 1-3 significant work omissions per year.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Retirement Programs
  • Wellness Programs

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • This position requires 5 years experience in a histology laboratory that results in demonstrated proficiency in all phases of histologic technique. 
  • This position also requires candidates to have knowledge of: skills in the preparation embedding cutting and staining of tissue specimens; anatomic pathology terminology and histology equipment; proper gross examination procedures. Special skills required for the position include the ability to: work as a team to meet the team goals and objectives; work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require; maintain a high degree of accuracy; treat co-workers patients visitors and the public with dignity and respect; establish and maintain effective working relationships with all hospital personnel and medical staff; maintain patient confidentiality; problem-solve effectively; work a flexible schedule and be willing to work additional hours if needed for the provision of quality patient care.  
  • Candidates must be ASCP registered as a Histontechnologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
  •  A B.S. degree in Biological Sciences is preferred. 
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While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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