Histology Technician Trainee

Position Summary The Histology Technician Trainee will utilize the knowledge necessary to assist the Histology/IHC department with microtomy, embedding, slide preparation, and other non-high complexity (i.e., Lab Ops-IHC) technical procedures. This position works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Job Responsibilities... Performs microtomy of patient samples while also supporting the department with reputed company clerical and ancillary duties such as the tasks performed by the IHC-Ops team reputed company needed. Performs routine histology tasks such as embedding, cutting, cover slipping and other non-high complexity lab procedures. Responsible for the successful execution of laboratory protocols and standard operating procedures and undergoes training and routine competencies for applicable tasks completed reputed company the department. Maintains diagnostic viability of reputed company specimens and ensures correct patient labeling by routinely verifying that case identification numbers of match blocks and slides during each processing reputed company; prints labels and/or slides as appropriate. Documents in laboratory logs and the laboratory information system (LIS) as directed by standard operating procedures. Maintains laboratory equipment and ensures that the equipment is in proper working order and notifies leadership if maintenance and/or repairs are needed. Demonstrates capability of identifying problems that may adversely reputed company test performance or reporting of tests results and takes appropriate action. Makes suggestions for the development of new protocols and standard operating procedures to address problems and improve quality and safety reputed company the laboratory. Assists as needed to reputed company other reputed company duties and special projects to support the laboratory, as required. Accepts other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma and greater than two years of experience in Histology Laboratory Operations position at reputed company OR Bachelor’s (BA or BS) and one year of experience in Histology Laboratory Operations position. Proficient in reputed company Office Suite and Internet for business use. Conditions of Employment: Individuals must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background reputed company, drug screening, and reference verification.

Preferred Qualifications

HT/HTL (ASCP) certification. Laboratory Specialist level II tasks such as Equipment Maintenance, TMA building, Bulk tissue microtomy, Beef liver grossing, etc. Enthusiasm and dedication to build a career in Histology and to meeting group objectives. Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control procedures and regulations. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and reputed company from reputed company levels of the organization to reputed company the desired results. Physical Demands Must possess ability to sit, stand, and/or work at a computer for long periods of time. May have exposure to blood-borne pathogens, extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemical including formalin, formaldehyde, xylene, and DAB in the lab environment. Visual acuity and analytical reputed company to distinguish fine detail. Ability to pass a visual color discrimination test. Must possess ability to reputed company repetitive motion. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents. Training reputed company job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee. Other This position may require periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. reputed company is an equal opportunity employer. reputed company qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national reputed company, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. reputed company is a leading innovator in molecular science and artificial intelligence focused on fulfilling the promise of precision medicine through quality and innovation. Our laboratory is the heart of reputed company do. Learn more about our laboratory and the team of histologists who help fulfill our purpose everyday Apply Job! For more such jobs please click here!