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Histology TechnicianWe are seeking a Histology Technician to join IQVIA Laboratories at Valencia, CA. We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development.Job Summary:Perform routine tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining to prepare high-quality slides for pathological analysis. Partner with pathologists and laboratory colleagues to deliver accurate, timely results while maintaining regulatory, quality, and safety standards.What You'll Be Doing:Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation through tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and stainingPartner with pathologists to facilitate analysis and the timely delivery of resultsOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot histology laboratory equipmentMaintain accurate documentation in accordance with SOPs, good documentation practices, and regulatory guidelinesEnsure compliance with applicable local, federal, CLIA, and CAP requirementsSupport process improvements that enhance data quality, reduce costs, or improve turnaround timesMaintain laboratory inventory, housekeeping, safety, quality, and 6S standardsSupport study setup activities and laboratory or cross-functional projects as assignedWhat We Are Looking For:A High School Diploma or equivalent is requiredTypically requires 2-3 years of experience in a histopathology lab or disciplineASCP qualification or equivalent and 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic, or commercial/production laboratory are requiredDetailed knowledge of histology techniques, specialized laboratory equipment, clinical testing procedures, staining techniques, and applicable laboratory testing regulationsAbility to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issuesApplicable certifications and licenses as required by local regulationsOther Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degreeThe Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:Strong attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple tasks simultaneouslyEffective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsProficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and WordAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and pathologistsCommitment to laboratory safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvementAbility to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints). Physical demands vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.What We Offer You:We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees' physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

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