Digital Pathology Technician – Whole Slide Scanning & QA

Caris Life Sciences; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a lab technician to manage slide-scanning operations within the clinical laboratory, ensuring quality and timely digitization of glass slides for pathologists. The role involves operating Whole Slide Scanners, QC checks, and coordinating with various departments to optimize workflow.

Applicants should have an associate degree in biological or physical sciences and demonstrate careful adherence to clinical testing protocols, with strong attention to detail and

Qualifications

• Associate degree with preferred major in Biological and/or Physical Sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This role requires a high degree of care and attention with strict adherence to defined clinical testing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receipt for scanning of glass microscope slides from different sources and assess quality of slide for scanning.
• Operate the Whole Slide Scanners in use by the department.
• Evaluate workflow to determine optimal slide placement on different scanners and maintain scanning prioritization.
• Review the generated images for quality issues and perform re-scans as necessary.
• Triages cases based on suitability for digital review and ensure viable scans for Pathologist review.
• Maintain scanners between vendor maintenance visits and calibrate to vendor specs.
• Assist with testing software solutions to support the department.
• Monitor the department email inbox and address inquiries in a timely manner.
• Work cross-functionally with 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 guidelines.
• Accepts other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in Biological or Physical Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet for business use

Job description

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a lab technician to manage slide-scanning operations within the clinical laboratory, ensuring quality and timely digitization of glass slides for pathologists. The role involves operating Whole Slide Scanners, QC checks, and coordinating with various departments to optimize workflow.

Applicants should have an associate degree in biological or physical sciences and demonstrate careful adherence to clinical testing protocols, with strong attention to detail and