Lead Histotechnician - Pathology

Location: 50 Alessandro Pl Suite 440

Remote Status: On-Site

Job : 1010

# of Openings: 1

Unio Health Partners (UHP) is a highly differentiated physician practice management platform with the goal of transforming care delivery across the Western United States. UHP partners with leading physician practices, creating a cohesive, quality-oriented clinical culture and facilitating best practice sharing across the platform. Our affiliated practices gain access to a broader suite of services, providing a meaningful benefit to both physicians and patients.

UHP's best-in-class clinical program covers three sub-specialties (urology, gastroenterology, and radiation oncology) and offers numerous ancillary services, including pathology lab, in-office dispensing, and chronic care management. We are led by a highly accomplished management team and provide a full suite of management services to its affiliated practices. UHP is currently affiliated with 182 providers consisting of 119 physicians and 63 advanced practice providers operating out of 54 locations across Southern, Central, and Northern California.

The Supervising Histotechnician (Lead Histotechnician) is a key member of the pathology laboratory team, responsible for supervising and leading the histology department. This role involves managing a team of Histotechnicians, overseeing daily operations, ensuring the highest quality of histological work, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of histotechnologists, including interviewing, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation.
• Ensure coverage for key laboratory functions including grossing, embedding, cutting, and staining.
• Monitor and review histological procedures and results to identify and address any issues or deviations.
• Oversee tissue processing, embedding, and microtomy, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to tissue processing. This may require being occasionally available after hours and/or weekends.
• Ensure proper staining techniques, including routine H&E staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols, regulatory standards (e.g., CLIA), and accreditation requirements.
• Conduct safety training and maintain a safe working environment.
• Help with SOP development and revisions.
• Collaborate with pathologists and researchers on special projects, providing technical expertise in histology.
• Stay updated with advancements in histotechnology and participate in the evaluation and implementation of new techniques and technologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology, Biology, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Certification as a Histotechnologist (HT) or Histotechnician (HTL) from a recognized certifying agency.
• Proven experience in histology laboratory management, with at least 1-2 years of leadership experience.
• In-depth knowledge of histotechnology techniques, equipment, and quality control procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling tissue samples and laboratory processes.

• Competitive Salary and Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Generous time off (start accruing on your first day - no waiting period)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Company Discounts
• Collaborative work environment - we want our employees to have a say in how we run our office
• Employee Recognition

Compensation is depending on a number of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, or experience that may fall outside of the range shown.