Clinical Technician I - 2nd Shift

AZBio Board; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Technician I to join their dynamic team. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to engage in routine histology duties, including cutting, processing, and staining specimens. With a focus on quality and continuous improvement, you'll maintain laboratory workflow and ensure diagnostic accuracy. Ideal candidates will have a background in biological sciences and be eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values growth, teamwork, and customer service excellence, and take the first step in your career in the clinical laboratory field.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in histology or clinical/molecular laboratory preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in technical data interpretation and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and general business internet use.

Responsibilities

• Performs tissue sectioning and Immunohistochemistry staining of biopsies daily.
• Maintains diagnostic viability of specimens and ensures correct labeling.
• Documents all quality control activities and corrective actions taken.

Skills

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Technical Data Interpretation

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Customer Service Focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science

CLIA high complexity testing qualifications

Tools

Microtome

Cryostat

Immunofluorescent Microscope

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Clinical Technician I position is an entry level position and is responsible for performing routine histology duties, cutting, processing, H&E staining/cover slipping, grossing and Immunohistochemistry. Maintain the workflow of the IHC/Clinical Laboratory. This position's duties include but are not limited to; grossing biopsies/small specimens, maintaining laboratory logs, cutting tissues for IHC, performing antibody and reagent QC. Participates in a continuing education program. Attend in-service training sessions sponsored by the department. Continues personal growth by preparing for additional duties and responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities:

Performs tissue sectioning and Immunohistochemistry staining of skin punch biopsies according to instructions daily.
Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling.
Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens.
Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers match vials and slides, prints labels as appropriate.
Grossing of specimens. Performs gross tissue examination and must meet personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489 and the policies and procedures outlined in the department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Keeps workflow moving and assists with workflow on both the manual and automated staining processes.
Monitors inventory levels for control tissue and build in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Records in laboratory LIMS daily (Salesforce). Logs appropriate information into the laboratory computer system (Salesforce).
Maintains laboratory equipment in proper working order, following appropriate laboratory safety protocols.
Prepares and maintains working solutions of special stains (H&E and Congo Red), including maintaining acceptable working volumes.
Handles, prepares, and uploads manual stainer; conducts dehydrating and cover slips slides utilizing manual systems.
Prepares, cleans, maintains, and shuts down laboratory equipment & accessories used in a daily and weekly manner.
Follows the laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing of Immunohistochemistry and Immunofluorescence.
Performs and documents proficiency testing (PT) samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
Demonstrates capability of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and must either correct the problems or immediately notify the Laboratory General Supervisor.
Documents all corrective action (Issue Review and CAPA system) taken when a test system deviates from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
Reports all concerns of test quality and/or patient safety to Laboratory General Supervisor.
Assists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects to support Senior Biomedical engineer as required.
Troubleshoots assays and all related instrumentation. Maintains and revises as needed all related technical policies and procedures including instrument/equipment maintenance by maintaining equipment quality control and preventive maintenance.
Accepts other duties as assigned, such as, R&D projects and Antibody Optimization.
Ability to adjust to constant operational changes.
Focused and detailed oriented.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

0-1 years of experience in histology or clinical/molecular laboratory preferred
Demonstrated skills in technical data interpretation and ability to troubleshoot.
Demonstrated ability to take and follow direction and to know who the resources are for their direction.
Understanding of the equipment used daily; including, but not limited to, mounting microscopes, immunofluorescent microscope, microtome, Cryostat, and general data printer.
Adequate experience in routine histology to act as a resource for other team members.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-past, deadline driven environment.
Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) - Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.
Communication - Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization to achieve the desired results.
Teamwork - Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
Customer Service Focus - Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and then delighting the client/customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.
Education, Certifications and Licensures:

Bachelor's degree in Biological, Chemical, or Medical Laboratory Science required, or otherwise meets CLIA high complexity testing qualifications.
Other:

Shift: This position follows a Wednesday-Sunday schedule, working second shift from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://cndlifesciences.pshire.com/jobs/1107-1560.html