Histology technician Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Mohs Technician

Job Location: Beverly Hills GSM - BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $23.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Golden State Dermatology is a physician-led and owned dermatology group rapidly expanding across California, with over 37 locations. We are a leading medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology group specializing in skin, hair, and nail conditions, Mohs micrographic surgery for the treatment of skin cancer, surgical and non-surgical cosmetic skincare, anti-aging, body contouring, and plastic surgery.

The Mohs Technician is responsible for preparing high quality Mohs frozen section histology slides for review by the Mohs surgeon.

Travel is required between Beverley Hills, Encino and Torrance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs high quality Microtomy and staining of frozen section tissue according to instructions daily.
• Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling.
• Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens.
• Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers match blocks, slides, and Mohs map.
• Prepare high quality slides proficiently and with proper staining technique
• Prepares, cleans, maintains, and shuts down laboratory equipment & accessories used on a daily and weekly manner
• Ensure all OSHA and CLIA safety regulations are followed
• Additional Medical Assisting duties assigned as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Demonstrated skills in technical data interpretation and ability to troubleshoot.
• Demonstrated ability to take and follow direction and to know who the resources are for their direction.
• Understanding of the equipment used daily, including cryostat and staining equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.
• Communication Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.
• Teamwork Commitment to the successful achievement of the Mohs team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
• Willingness to travel to regional Mohs surgery offices to perform Mohs technician responsibilities on an as needed basis.
• 2-3 years of Mohs histotech experience preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday

GSD strongly encourages employees to receive the COVID-19 primary series vaccination.

Golden State Dermatology participates in the E-Verify program. E-Verify is a free, web-based system that allows employers to confirm their employees' eligibility to work in the United States. It does this by comparing information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to records from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA).

Golden State Dermatology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.