Histology Technician for Dermatology in NW Portland

Make an Impact at The Oregon Clinic! Premium Benefits, Competitive Pay, and Inspiring Purpose

Join us at The Oregon Clinic as a full-time Histology Technician. Work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues and physicians in our thriving Portland Dermatology Clinic located in Northwest Portland. Each patient receives the highest value care tailored to their needs.

Every person at TOC makes a difference in our mission of delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. As a member of our team, you have the opportunity to make a valuable impact within the local community and our ecosystem of care. By providing patients and internal and external stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, you’ll help ensure that patients at The Oregon Clinic Portland Dermatology Clinic receive the highest value care tailored to their needs.

Using excellent customer service and communications skills, your primary duties in this role include:

• Responsible for all phases of preparation of pathology specimens, including accessioning, grossing, processing, embedding, and slide preparation.


• Quality control, quality assurance, instrument maintenance, and technical problem resolution.


• Providing optimal specimen processing with positive outcomes while observing cost containment, privacy, and safety issues.


• Service-oriented, capable of exercising good judgment and problem resolution with systems, instruments, and procedures


• Troubleshoots procedures and instrumentation, performs preventative maintenance on equipment, and manages laboratory equipment and supplies cost-effectively.


• Maintains accurate and complete logs, testing records, and resolves discrepancies with relevant staff, prioritizing workflow to maximize productivity goals.


• Prepares and hosts inspections and coordinates with the business office or other staff to ensure proper pathology billing.


• Other duties as assigned.

Salary:

Hiring range, based on experience and credentials: 

• Level: $33.76-$45.68 per hour.


• Level II: $38.13-$57.20 per hour. 

Workdays: This role is based at the Machine Works Building. Free employee parking is available! Typical hours are Monday to Friday (7:30 am -4:00 pm). 

Qualifications that support success in this role are based on education, experience and values including:

• Completion of an associate or bachelor's degree in a biological or laboratory science


• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a histology laboratory is strongly preferred. Experience with Mohs histology and/or grossing dermatology specimens (such as shaves, punches, and excisions) is a plus!


• Experience embedding, microtomy, H&E staining is required


• American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification, or equivalency, as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) is required.


• Must have documented training consistent with CLIA 88 requirements for the position held. This is to be reflective of the scope of practice and standards of practice in regular scheduled responsibilities and pay grade meeting all the HCFA-CLIA 88 requirements.


• Knowledge of Chemical Hygiene Plan, specimen requirements for procedures performed, test procedures, their principles, and medical implications.


• Knowledge of proper grossing techniques, specimen processing, embedding orientation, microtomy, staining and shipping.


• Demonstrated ability to initiate, work independently, and effectively multitask.


• Excellent attendance and work ethic.


• Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.


• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians and other team members.


• A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. 

Make an impact in patient-focused healthcare. Look forward to coming to work and feel good about the work you do - apply today!

Premium Benefits: 

• Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance


• Financial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options


• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually


• Wellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance services


• Commuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered


• Additional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance

Patients and peers recognize The Oregon Clinic as a top regional healthcare provider and employer. We are:

• Guided by our values of dedicating to excellence, compassionate and joyful connection, inclusive collaboration, listening humbly, and leading with integrity.


• The largest physician-owned, multi-specialty medical and surgical practice in Oregon with a team of 1,500 team members across 30 specialties and our business office.


• Dedicated to providing the highest value care tailored to the needs of each unique patient.


• Proud to be consistently ranked by our employees as a Top 10 Workplace by The Oregonian.

Our Commitments: 

• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: We are more than an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and embrace differences and a diversity of backgrounds. Our goal is for patients, physicians, and team members to see and feel diversity, equity, safety, and inclusion in all aspects of their interactions with TOC clinics and administration.


• A safe workplace: We are an alcohol and drug-free workplace for the safety of our patients and employees. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug and background screenings.