Laboratory Assistant I - Histology, Tues-Sat Evenings

NeoGenomics Laboratories • Fort Myers, FL

126d • Onsite

About The Position

NeoGenomics is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Assistant for its Histology department in Fort Myers, Florida. The role assists department technologists with basic laboratory procedures and equipment operation to support production. Employees in this position may not manipulate samples. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and may change based on business needs.

The company describes its mission as improving patient care through laboratory work and offers career coaching, training opportunities, and employee development programs. Benefits mentioned include HMO and PPO options, a 401(k) match, an Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition reimbursement, 16 days of paid time off plus holidays, wellness courses, and employee resource groups.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• General knowledge of MS Office programs.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Emphasis on science courses in high school.
• Previous experience in a similar capacity.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Record required information in laboratory log books, specimen accession sheets, workflow drafts, and other records to support specimen quality assurance.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks, including operating equipment, printing labels, recording data, storing and retrieving specimens, and completing assigned clerical duties.
• Prepare reagents as directed by the procedure manual and under the direct supervision of a certified technologist.
• Perform housekeeping and maintenance tasks to keep the laboratory and equipment clean and operable.
• Maintain department inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Resolve pending lists and locate missing samples.
• Perform filing, mailing, and copying as needed.
• Dispose of biohazardous material according to established procedures.
• Complete training and competency checklists as needed.
• Send and receive cases to and from satellite laboratories.
• Load, run, and unload some automated testing procedures.
• Assist with the department quality improvement or safety program.
• Report problems involving cases, tests, equipment, or supplies to the laboratory supervisor or lead technologist for timely resolution.

Benefits

• A variety of HMO and PPO options.
• Company 401(k) match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Leadership development.
• 16 days of paid time off plus holidays.
• Wellness courses.
• Employee resource groups.
• Internal career coaches.
• Training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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