Part-Time 1st Shift Lab Assistant Histology

Clinpath Diagnostics • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

The Histology Lab Assistant is responsible for assisting Histology with a variety of tasks. Also cleans and maintains assigned areas and performs other duties as needed. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to multitask, be a team player. The Histology Lab Assistant may be involved in minimal handling of Hazardous waste. Employees are responsible for following all Company policies and procedures. These policies and procedures will include adherence to regulatory standards such as CAP, CLIA and OSHA, including safety standards in performing all aspects of the functions below. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: I: Loading/Unloading slides Running down slides in a series of chemicals in preparation for coverslipping Flatting and organizing slides in preparation for the tech to QC Printing run reports for complete cases Scanning predictive markers cases utilizing digital imagining systems Instrument maintenance to include topping off chemicals, discarding waste and running cleaning cycles. Taking instrument offline and bringing them back on line May perform other duties as assigned. II: All duties listed above III: 1. All duties listed above Lead: All duties listed above In the absence of the Histology Lab Manager responsible for department oversight and supervision Assist in new employee orientation and training Assist with updating and maintaining Accessioning Procedures Troubleshooting/problem solving Maintain communication with the Histology Lab Manager PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT: In exercising these functions, the employee must be able to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs routinely to move objects. Employee may be exposed to blood products, knife cuts, hazardous waste and chemical fumes, so appropriate precautionary measures must be followed at all times. Certain situations require eye protection, mask, lab coat and or gloves. Hazardous Waste training required. EQUIPMENT USED: IHC and Special Stainers Digital Imaging Systems Coverslippers Drying Ovens Typical lab equipment Computer and printer SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED Level I: less than 3 years of relevant work experience II: 4-7 years of relevant work experience III: 8+ years of relevant work experience (Experience to be determined at the discretion of the Histology Manager or Accessioning Supervisor) Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the duties of this job. Clin-Path provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and gender identity. Clin-Path complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Requirements

• attention to detail
• the ability to multitask
• be a team player
• High School Diploma or GED
• Hazardous Waste training required
• less than 3 years of relevant work experience
• 4-7 years of relevant work experience
• 8+ years of relevant work experience

Responsibilities

• Loading/Unloading slides
• Running down slides in a series of chemicals in preparation for coverslipping
• Flatting and organizing slides in preparation for the tech to QC
• Printing run reports for complete cases
• Scanning predictive markers cases utilizing digital imagining systems
• Instrument maintenance to include topping off chemicals, discarding waste and running cleaning cycles.
• Taking instrument offline and bringing them back on line
• May perform other duties as assigned
• All duties listed above
• All duties listed above
• All duties listed above
• In the absence of the Histology Lab Manager responsible for department oversight and supervision
• Assist in new employee orientation and training
• Assist with updating and maintaining Accessioning Procedures
• Troubleshooting/problem solving
• Maintain communication with the Histology Lab Manager

What This Job Offers

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