Histotechnologist II

Updated: Oct 11, 2022
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Pathology

Job Opening ID: 44081
Reports To: Histology Supervisor
Working Title: Histotechnologist II
Department: Pathology
Bargaining Unit: EX
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 009066
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Employee Class: Career
 
Position Summary:
 
Experimental Tissue Resource is a shares resource of Chao Comprehensive Cancer Center and Pathology Department. Serves clinical trials histology requests, as well as human and animal tissue histology for basic research.
 
The Histotechnologist prepares and processes tissue specimens for microscopic examination by the Pathologist/ Researcher. The incumbent will collect, accept and recognize specimens as they arrive in the lab; assist in the selection of appropriate fixatives; embed and cut sections; and stain and mount on a slide surgical, neurological, bone marrow, and autopsy tissue sections so that the presence or absence of disease may be effectively demonstrated to the Pathologist. Will prepare solutions and perform special stain techniques in addition to immunoperioxidase and immunofluorescence procedures. Performs duties in the frozen section area and Experimental Tissue Resource as needed. Maintains laboratory inventory and equipment, keeps Quality Control records of work performed, and tracks / records the work performed.
 
Compensation Range:
 
$33.58 – $37.82
 
Department Website:
 
https://www.pathology.uci.edu/
 
Required:
 
Histotechnician experience
ASCP certified histotechnician
ASCP certified histotechnician Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload A minimum of one year experience and the ability to embed and perform special stains
 
Preferred:
 
Ability to learn to use electronic medical records and inventory systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
 
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected] .
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