We are looking for Medical Technologist II for our client in Redwood City, CA
Job Title: Medical Technologist II
Job Location: Redwood City, CA
Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $41.49hr - $46.49hr
Job Overview:
The Histo Technologist I will perform skilled and accurate cutting on patient specimens under supervision, interact with sending sites and ordering physicians, perform quality control and specimen-related checks, and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laboratory requirements.
Essential Duties:
- Maintain stringent standards for quality to identify any issues that might adversely impact the quality of test results and/or employee safety.
- Communicate issues to the appropriate management representatives to ensure prompt resolution, as needed.
- Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in histology, to include sectioning and hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining under supervision.
- Perform macro-dissection of samples under supervision.
- Monitor and process workflow queues.
- Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls.
- Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration.
- Assist in sample returns, as needed.
- Interact with internal pathologists, internal associates, and external customers in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner with high quality.
- Process specimens for research and development sponsored studies.
- Assist in the identification of opportunities for process improvements for histopathology.
- Assist in workflow, protocol, and related SOP development.
- Assist in equipment specification, installation, and maintenance.
- Provide guidance and training to research and development (R&D) staff relating to histopathology.
- Provide summary reports on process metrics, as needed.
- Contribute to corporate strategy for inspection preparation or additional regulatory approval relating to histopathology.
- Assist in running projects for development of histopathology around new product services and processes.
- Participate in tactical development projects, as needed.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and drive results with a high emphasis on quality.
- Apply strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Apply strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers, and customers, as needed.
- Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and be flexible with tasks and schedules.
- Utilize strong computer skills.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
- Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
- Support and comply with the company s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Demonstrate the ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
- Demonstrate the ability to work designated schedule.
- Demonstrate the ability to work overtime, as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate Degree.
- 2+ years of experience in a histology laboratory with competency in microtomy/cutting, embedding, and routine staining.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor s Degree in Biological Sciences or Life Sciences field.
- ASCP Board of Certification, to include Histotechnician (HT) American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Histotechnologist (HTL) ASCP.
Physical Requirements(Due to nature of job, The candidate must have):
- Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
- Ability to work seated for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
- Ability to work standing for approximately 25% of a typical working day.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
- Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger, turn with hand/arm, and reach above shoulder height.
- Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
- Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, and pipettes for extended periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitious actions using lab tools.
- Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.
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Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
