Laboratory Technician II

Arkana Laboratories•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Laboratory Technician II, you will prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. Demonstrate strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities while actively contributing to team development through mentorship and training participation. Follow established protocols and quality standards. Work is performed in accordance with standard laboratory practice under limited supervision.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Associates degree from a four- or two-year college or university; HT, HTL certified
Experience: Two years Lab experience
Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Word
Schedule: Monday-Friday 6am-3pm, onsite at the main office in Little Rock, Arkansas

Responsibilities

Assess tissue adequacy for testing
Thick and thin sectioning with precision operating within a small margin for error (if applicable)
Accurate identification of cellular areas of interest for electron microscopy image capture (if applicable)
Perform quality control checks on materials produced
Complete equipment maintenance and logs
Troubleshoot—determine causes of operating errors and decide corrective course of action
Maintain high performance and efficiency
Participate in training initiatives
Controlling operations of equipment and systems
Monitor and assess performance of self and others to make improvements or take corrective action
Assist in lab for other duties as assigned
Assist in development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Lab Policies
Maintenance and development of Lab logs and tracking sheets
Mentor and demonstrate leadership qualities
Follow the laboratory's pre-analytic and analytic procedures and maintain records of test
Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
Follow the laboratory's policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established performance specifications
Identify and document problems that may adversely affect test performance and notify the supervisor, administrative lead or lab manager
Adhere to the laboratory's quality assurance procedures, including documenting all:
Quality control activities
Instrument and equipment verifications
Maintenance and preventive maintenance
All SOPs must be followed
Any discrepancies, errors and/or deviation from the SOPs or Policies must be reported to the Lab Director, Lab Manager and/or Admin Lead
Laboratory standards for clinical testing must be maintained
Complete training in two areas; consistently make daily quotas
Other duties as assigned