Anatomic Pathology Lab Assistant - Full-time

Greater Baltimore Medical Center • Towson, MD

31d • $19 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision of the histotechnologist to assists in daily tasks of clinical histology laboratory. Responsible for operation and maintenance of histology laboratory equipment's like automated stainer, tissue processor, formalin and xylene recycler. Organizing and Filing of surgical tissue blocks and distribution of slides. Stocking up reagent and supplies for the laboratory. Assistants with miscellaneous support duties of histology laboratory

Requirements

• HS; Associate degree or additional college credits is desirable
• At least 1 year of experience working a laboratory
• Knowledge of laboratory terminology
• Knowledge of chemical handling.
• Skill in oral, written and interpersonal communication
• Skill in basic computers
• Skill in minor problem-solving
• Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.
• Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for waxing off and organizing embedded blocks in a timely manner and per established protocols. Handles discrepancies efficiently and in a positive manner. Cleans embedding area.
• Performs computer functions for histology blocks, slides and procedure including assigning, labeling and ordering.
• Responsible for accurate labeling and distribution of all histology slides
• Responsible for changing reagents and solution in the histology tissue processor and stainer in timely manner
• Maintains formalin and alcohol recycling functions.
• Capable of multitasking and prioritizing tasks on hand for turnaround times of the laboratory
• Manages inventory to maintain an appropriate level of supplies for histology laboratory, such as formalin-filled containers and labeled cassettes.
• File block and slides for onsite and offsite storage. Keeps laboratory area clean and organize. Perform other functions as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees