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1st Shift Histology Technician

Clinpath Diagnostics·Tempe, Arizona

$20 - $32/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Perform high-quality histological preparations, including embedding, sectioning, and staining, to assist pathologists in patient diagnoses. Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards such as HIPAA, CAP, and OSHA.

Job summary

Hours:

  • Monday-Friday 5:00am-1:30pm Histology is an essential component to the art and science of pathology. The histology laboratory contributes a valuable service to help pathologists provide patient diagnoses. Information gained through microscopic evaluation of tissue slides prepared by histology technicians allows a pathologist to either identify or dismiss disease. The preparatory steps taken to ensure a quality diagnosis are key to this relationship. A variety of procedures are performed to include embedding in paraffin, sectioning, staining and mounting tissue on slides. Incumbents must demonstrate skill and knowledge of all histologic procedures, including special stains, immunohistochemical stains and equipment utilized. Incumbent must work as a team member within the laboratory. Incumbent regularly performs routine histological procedures. A departmental procedure manual is available and the Histology Manager is available in most cases for assistance in special or unusual cases. Incumbent must make decisions regarding adjustment of staining procedures for certain tissues and special requested stains. Employees are responsible for following all Company policies and procedures. These policies and procedures will include adherence to regulatory standards with HIPPA, CAP and OSHA maintain strict confidentially and safety standards in performing all aspects of the functions below.
  • Essential
  • Functions:
  • Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to: Performs high quality histological preparations to aid in pathological diagnosis. Maintains equipment and supplies in clean conditions, to avoid contamination of reagents and solutions. Maintains equipment with documentation and reports malfunctions to manager. Must be able to handle stat requests and respond to emergency situations. Performs daily QC documentation, temperature charting and other maintenance as required Applies meticulous attention to detail. Multitasks effectively. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Physical/Mental
  • DEMANDS,
  • ENVIRONMENT: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional walking and bending; occasional lifting of materials up to 40 lbs of force occasionally, and/or 20 lbs of force frequently, and /or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Near visual acuity including color differentiation. Exposure to minimal but constant noise levels. Repetitive hand motions. Daily functions may include incidental exposure to hazards associated with: Automation-close proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Chemical

  • (reagents, carcinogens, corrosives, flammables and fumes). Patient specimens and sharps. Incumbent may be exposed to blood products, knife cuts, acid burns and chemical fumes, appropriate precautionary measures must be followed at all times. Use of protective gear such as face shields, gloves and fluid resistant coats may be required if applicable
  • Equipment
  • USED: Microwave tissue processors
  • Conventional tissue processor
  • Embedding
  • Center
  • Microtome
  • Stainers: Special, Immuno, H&E, and Cytology Coverslipper Typical lab equipment. Computer

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma required. Minimum of two years' experience in microtomy as well as QC'ing IHC's.; Certification preferred (HT/HTL or QIHC) Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those individuals and employee encounters while performing the duties of this job. Clin-Path provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and gender identity. Clin-Path complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Benefits

Clin-Path Associates offers nationally competitive compensation and benefits. Our benefits program provides a comprehensive array of services to our employees including, but not limited to health insurance (Primarily covered by the company), dental insurance (100% covered by the company) vision insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions (401k), & flexible spending account (FSA).

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma and a minimum of two years of experience in microtomy and IHC quality control. Certification as an HT, HTL, or QIHC is preferred.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Quality Control
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • OSHA Standards
  • Tissue Processing
  • Sectioning
  • Staining
  • Embedding
  • Microtomy
  • Mounting
  • Special Stains
  • CAP Standards
  • Immunohistochemical Stains

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$20 - $32/hr
Location
Tempe, Arizona
Posted
Jun 3, 2026
Closes
Sep 1, 2026
Application
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Clinpath Diagnostics

Founded over 40 years ago, the breadth and depth of expertise of Clin-Path associates is unmatched statewide. Professional and laboratory services are provided to hospitals, physician offices, surgery centers, laboratories and other facilities. Clin-Path is the exclusive...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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