Lead Histology Technician (Hiring Immediately)
Staff Today Inc • bakersfield, ca • Posted June 19, 2026
About the Role
Lead Histology Technician
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Shift: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm
Summary/Objective
The Lead Histology Technician is responsible for overseeing daily histology laboratory operations while performing advanced technical duties in the preparation of tissue samples for pathological evaluation. This role ensures high-quality slide production, adherence to regulatory standards, workflow prioritization, and staff guidance. The Lead Histology Technician serves as a subject matter expert, supporting quality assurance, troubleshooting, and team development to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic results.
Essential Functions
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Shift: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm
Summary/Objective
The Lead Histology Technician is responsible for overseeing daily histology laboratory operations while performing advanced technical duties in the preparation of tissue samples for pathological evaluation. This role ensures high-quality slide production, adherence to regulatory standards, workflow prioritization, and staff guidance. The Lead Histology Technician serves as a subject matter expert, supporting quality assurance, troubleshooting, and team development to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic results.
Essential Functions
- Oversee daily workflow and prioritize histology procedures to ensure timely turnaround of cases
- Perform all routine histology functions including embedding, microtomy, staining, a...