Histology Technician I

Compensation:

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Responsibilities:

Position Overview:

The Histology Technician I is responsible for ensuring all specimens/tissues that come into the gross room are processed for workup in the pathology department. This may include but it not limited to logging, preparing frozen samples and staining tissue samples. Tissue specimens received from surgical, diagnostic or autopsy cases are sorted, logged and prioritized according to the standards required.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Preferred:

Associates Degree or higher in a science field

Six (6) months of clinical experience in a pathology/laboratory department

Overview:

When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That’s why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family’s health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials

In-House Registry Rates

Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage

Voluntary Worksite Benefits

Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Recognition programs

Employee service recognition events

Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts

National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

“We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer”

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