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Histologic Technician I

Mercy General Hospital Sacramento, California
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The posted compensation range of $43.37 - $47.95 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-397807 Employment Type Seasonal/Casual/OnCall/Supplemental Department Laboratory Services Hours/Pay Period 8 Shift Varies Weekly Schedule Varies Remote No Category Technician
Overview

Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A" Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.  

One Community. One Mission. One California 


Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Processes embeds sections mounts and routinely stains surgical and autopsy tissue and performs special stains. With other Histology team members participates in the management of the Histology section.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Retirement Programs
  • Wellness Programs

Qualifications

Requirements:

Five (5) years experience in a histology laboratory that results in demonstrated proficiency in all phases of histologic technique.

  • Requires ASCP registration as a Histotechnologist
  • Current Histotechnologist



Ability to:

  • Work as a team to meet the team goals and objectives.
  • Work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require.
  • Maintain a high degree of accuracy.
  • Treat co-workers, patients, visitors, and the public with dignity and respect.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all hospital personnel and medical staff. 
  • Maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Problem-solve effectively. Work a flexible schedule and be willing to work additional hours if needed for the provision of quality patient care.

Knowledge of:

  • Skills in the preparation, embedding, cutting, and staining of tissue specimens,
  • Anatomic Pathology terminology and histology equipment, proper gross examination procedures.

B.S. in Biological Sciences preferred.

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