LABORATORY - HISTOLOGY ASSISTANT

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC • Idaho Falls, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Histology Assistant to join our team! This role involves obtaining valid histology orders, processing orders, and data entry. The assistant will process incoming reference lab samples, ensuring proper patient identification and labeling, and follow hospital policies for sample transportation. Excellent customer service is expected, both on the phone and in person, with patients, providers, nurses, and other medical staff. The ability to work well under pressure is also important.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or higher.
• Hold a current BLS Certification.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• 0-1 years of laboratory experience required.
• Experience with computers and office equipment, required.
• The ability to read and communicate (oral and written) effectively in English.
• Must be able to understand medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine tasks in preparing histology and cytology specimens under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.
• Receives, properly identifies, and labels tissue specimens for gross exam.
• Processes paperwork such as pathology requisitions, demographics, and insurance associated with specimen accessioning.
• Monitors histology consumables, stocks, and maintains supplies.
• Fills orders for laboratory supplies requested by ancillary hospital areas and outside accounts.
• Cleans, maintains, and organizes work areas such as refrigerators, glassware, and storage cabinets.
• Rotates stock as appropriate.
• Performs coverslipping, both manual and automated.
• Stains cytology and H&E slides, both manual and automated, as required.
• Prepares reagents for histology testing under the direct supervision of a histologist.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED