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Histologic Technician I

Primary Location Fresno, California Facility Name Fresno Hospital - Sequoia Schedule Call-in/On-Call Shift Day Salary $52.72 - $56.64 / hour
Job Number 1356543 Date posted 05/22/2025
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Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Pathologist or Laboratory Manager, performs immunohistochemical stains and all other special procedures as required. Cuts, embebs, and stains histology specimens.


Essential Responsibilities:


  • Performs routine tasks related to fixation and processing of specimens.

  • Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens.

  • Correctly prepares special stains and solutions.

  • Operates and evaluates equipment and reagent systems.

  • Maintains equipment with documentation and reports repairs to manager.

  • Also maintains logbooks and Block and slide files.

  • Assists Pathologist in any area of histology sections.

  • Writes and updates evaluation reports as well as procedures using NCCLS format.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

  • Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.



Grade 705

Basic Qualifications:

Experience


  • N/A


Education


  • Associate Degree in Science and twelve (12) months of histology tech experience OR Associate Degree in Science and completion of 12-month histology training OR associate Degree in Science and completion of Kaiser Permanente TPMG Regional Laboratory Histotechnician Training Program, OR High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of histology tech experience in highly complex speciment handling laboratory setting.


License, Certification, Registration


  • N/A



Additional Requirements:


  • Demonstrated ability to perform all special stains used in the routine practice of pathology.

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

  • Previous experience with lab information systems

  • Must be an independent self-motivated individual proficient in histology and related applications.

  • Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.



Preferred Qualifications:


  • N/A

Primary Location: California,Fresno,Fresno Hospital - Sequoia Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun *Variable Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM Working Hours End: 11:59 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West Job Level: Entry Level Department: Fresno Sequoia Hospital - Pathology-General - 0206 Pay Range: $52.72 - $56.64 / hour Travel: No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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