Histotechnician I - Evening Shift

Histotechnician I

• Evening Shift Palo Alto, CA Job Details Full-time $48.38
• $54.48 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Laboratory safety Histological laboratory techniques Medical equipment operation Specimen collection / processing Writing skills Infection control High school diploma or GED Task prioritization Medical laboratory work Data interpretation Full Job Description 1.0 FTE Full time Evening
• 08 Hour

R2655259

Onsite 107520005 Path Lab Gen Histology Multi Site Allied Health

PALO ALTO, 3375

Hillview Ave, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Evening

• 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview Embeds and cuts a wide variety of surgical and research tissue, including autopsy specimens, tiny biopsies, lymph nodes, breast tissue and bone marrow. Sections paraffin embedded tissue at 1-7 microns and mounts on microscope slides. Performs a variety of staining techniques for microscopic evaluation. Locations Stanford Health Care What you will do Cut high quality 1-4 micron sections of small and difficult biopsy specimens. Able to cut 50-75 blocks per day while maintaining a high quality product. Perform routine H&E stains as well as routine special stains. Able to organize and prioritize specimens and tasks to produce a high quality product in an efficient and timely manner. Perform quality control on sections and staining procedures to ensure a high quality finished product. Able to work overtime and cover other shifts as warranted by the department. Able to work in a fast paced, high volume laboratory. Must comply with all applicable health and safety policies. Must be able to prioritize and successfully multitask. Participate in a positive manner in all department meetings. Participate in the rotation as department safety officer. Other work related duties as assigned. Committed to customer satisfaction. Committed to working in a team environment. Follow written and oral directions. Maintains cooperative and professional attitude in when interacting with others both inter

• and intradepartmentally.

Expected behaviors include adaptability to change, collaboration toward common goals, is self motivated and takes initiative. Expected communication skills involve active listening and proper email etiquette. Performs other duties as requested. Education Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent Experience Qualifications One (1) year of progressively responsible directly related work experience Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability operate and maintain medical equipment and apparatuses Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to follow written and oral instructions Ability to organize and prioritize specimens and tasks to produce a high quality product in an efficient and timely manner Ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing priorities Ability to perform tasks according to prescribed procedures Ability to solve problems and identify solutions Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization Ability to work in a fast paced work environment Knowledge and technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratory Knowledge of infection prevention policies and procedures Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility Knowledge of mathematics general science and laboratory techniques Knowledge of methods of fixing, cutting, and embedding tissue sections Knowledge of staining procedures and mounting sections for microscopic examination Licenses and Certifications

HTL-ASCP

Histotechnologist Certf-ASCP required within 1 1/2 Yrs or

HTN-ASCP

Histotechnician Certf-ASCP required . These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute

C-I-CARE

standards for all of patients, families and towards each other.

C-I-CARE

is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:

Know Me:

Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the

Way:

Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for

Me:

Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale:

Generally starting at $48.38

• $54.

48 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.