Travel Histology Technologist
Palo Alto, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
A Histologist position is available in a laboratory setting located in Palo Alto, California. The role involves embedding and cutting a variety of surgical and research tissue samples, preparing slides with staining techniques, and ensuring high-quality microscopic evaluation. This position requires working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with a focus on quality and safety.

Job Details:

• Position: Histologist
• Location: Palo Alto, California
• Shift: Days, 8 hours per day
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Minimum Experience: 0 years (entry-level acceptable)
• Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; ability to operate and maintain medical equipment; knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety policies; ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask; effective communication skills; familiarity with tissue fixation, cutting, embedding, and staining procedures; certification such as HTL-ASCP or HTN-ASCP required within 1 1/2 years if not already obtained.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment and familiarity with quality control procedures.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include cutting high-quality tissue sections, performing routine stains, organizing specimens efficiently, and participating in departmental safety and meeting protocols. Flexibility to work overtime and cover additional shifts is expected. A team-oriented attitude and adherence to safety and procedural guidelines are required.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits