Histology Technician

Yosemite Pathology is a private, independent, pathologist-owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory based in Modesto, CA. YP provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art, reliable, and accurate diagnostic services to physicians and major area hospitals in Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Kern, Mariposa, Merced, San Joaquin, Solano, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne counties. YP offers a full spectrum of tissue pathology, cytology, and histology services, including examination of gynecologic specimens, body fluids, and fine needle aspiration specimens. We also offer an extensive array of special stains and immunohistochemistry to assist in the management of oncologic and non-oncologic diseases. The laboratory is supported by highly qualified histotechnologists, cytotechnologists, technicians, and office staff who provide excellent service.

About the role

The Histology Technician is responsible for preparing slides from tissue samples for the pathologist to review. They prioritize testing procedures and complete them accurately and timely while maintaining proper records of all tests in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning and setup of work area, including instruments, water bath, microtome, and workbench.
• Paraffin embedding of routine anatomical (non-dermatology) pathology tissue specimens.
• Produce quality sections of all paraffin-embedded routine (no alopecia) anatomical pathology tissue specimens, including cutting of all "levels," "recuts," "re-embeds," and stains.
• Basic understanding and execution of the H&E stain, including checking H&E control for stain quality.
• Daily maintenance of the Prisma stainer and coverslipper, including retrieving correct tissue blocks and slides from storage areas.
• Maintain special stain control bank and cut control blocks as needed.
• Knowledge and understanding of Alcian Blue and PAS stains.
• Troubleshoot Prisma stainer issues.
• Basic understanding of histology special stains and the tissue components they stain for, including the use of appropriate controls.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of histology experience.
• ASCP HT certification preferred.
• Associate's degree in biology or related field (preferred).
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Manual dexterity and strong attention to detail.

All offers of employment are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

Schedule

Sunday–Thursday, 11:30 PM – 8:00 AM