Digital Pathology Technician – Whole Slide Imaging

Caris Life Sciences; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to oversee the slide-scanning function within our clinical lab, ensuring timely, accurate digitization of glass slides and quality control of images for pathologist review.

The role requires meticulous attention to SOPs, calibration and maintenance of Whole Slide Scanners, collaboration across departments, and adherence to GLP and safety standards. Travel and occasional after-hours work are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with preferred major in Biological and/or Physical Sciences or equivalent.
• This role requires a high degree of care and attention with strict adherence to defined clinical testing protocols.
• Experience with whole-slide imaging in support of histopathology data collection and analysis.
• Familiarity with histology, IHC using auto-stainers and bright field microscopy.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control procedures and regulations.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven attention to detail with effective organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal and team skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet for business use.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receipt for scanning of glass microscope slides from different sources and assesses quality of slide for scanning; works with requestors as necessary.
• Operate the Whole Slide Scanners in use by the department.
• Evaluate workflow to determine optimal slide placement on different high-throughput or low-throughput scanners; maintain scanning prioritization in accordance with established procedure.
• Review the generated images for quality issues; processes re-scans as necessary.
• Triages cases based on suitability for digital review, ensuring that images are viable scans for Pathologist review prior to digital distribution.
• Maintain scanners between vendor preventative maintenance visits, perform calibrations to vendor specs, and work with vendor support team for troubleshooting purposes when necessary.
• Assist with testing software solutions to support the department.
• Monitor the department email inbox and address inquiries in a timely manner, prioritizing cases as requested.
• Work cross-functionally with various departments including IHC, Lab Operations, Pathology Operations, and Pathologists.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures and comply with GLP and safety requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines and regulations.
• Accepts other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Biological and/or Physical Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to oversee the slide-scanning function within our clinical lab, ensuring timely, accurate digitization of glass slides and quality control of images for pathologist review.

The role requires meticulous attention to SOPs, calibration and maintenance of Whole Slide Scanners, collaboration across departments, and adherence to GLP and safety standards. Travel and occasional after-hours work are expected.