Histology Assistant

Platinum-Dermatology-Partner; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Platinum-Dermatology-Partner in Glendale, AZ seeks a Histology Lab Assistant to perform clerical and technical duties ensuring timely, accurate distribution of pathology slides. Responsibilities include morning slide turn out, routing for pathologists, and QC checks of blocks to slides.

The role requires an Associate Degree or higher and at least one year in a medical laboratory, with familiarity in LIS/QC and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• One year in a medical laboratory preferred.
• Knowledge of biology and medical terminology.
• Experience with LIS/QC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for morning slide turn out and accurate routing of slides for pathologists.
• QC check of block to slide before turn out.
• Completion and turn out of IHC and special stains.
• Answering Histology phones and troubleshooting calls from pathologists.
• Accessioning cases.
• Assists pathologists and histologists as needed.
• Follows safety standards and maintains equipment.
• Mentions of ongoing education and team orientation are expected.

Skills

Histology knowledge

LIS/QC understanding

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree or higher

Bachelor of Science in related field

Job description

As a Histology Lab Assistant, you will be responsible for clerical and technical duties to assure timely, accurate and efficient distribution of pathology slides.Responsibilities and DutiesResponsible for morning slide turn out and accurate routing of slides for pathologists (also checking off slides in LIS/QC).QC check of block to slide before turn outCompletion and turn out of IHC and special stains.Answering Histology phones and troubleshooting calls from pathologists.Accessioning cases.Ultra reagent maintenanceAccurate filing of blocks and unstained slides dailyProper disposal of recycle materials & trash as neededAssists pathologists and histologists as neededAbility to learn Histology skills including embedding, microtomy, and special stains.Works and communicates cooperatively with team members to identify and complete lab responsibilities and meet department goals. Participates in department activities to improve patient care/lab systems, shares new information with all team members attends team meetings and effectively orients/mentors new staff as requested.Maintains current knowledge and skills applicable to job assignment through continuing education or professional organizations. Follows all procedures and policies and demonstrates competency and proficiency as required.In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned on occasion, based upon Summit Pathology needs or requirements.Follows safety standards in all aspects of performance of the above functions, reports/removes unsafe equipment and attends safety education sessions.Qualifications and SkillsAssociate Degree or higher preferred.One year in a medical laboratory preferred.Knowledge of handling chemical and biohazardous material desired.Basic knowledge of biology and medical terminology.Additional considerations will be given to those with an earned Bachelor of Science degree, with a human anatomy course, biology and chemistry obtained from an accredited institution.Medium work-exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently.Involves constant standing, walking, sitting and movement.All work will be performed within the laboratory and in close proximity to electrical instruments, computers, and other laboratory equipment and chemicals.