Histology Assistant

Regional West; Scottsbluff, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Regional West Medical Center is seeking a detail-oriented Histology Assistant to support daily laboratory operations in Scottsbluff, NE. You will assist with receipt, accessioning, labeling, and preparation of tissue specimens for histological processing to aid pathologists and staff in delivering quality patient care.

You will work closely with histotechnicians and pathologists, maintain specimen integrity, and follow safety protocols while documenting information accurately and helping with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Coursework in biology, laboratory science, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant laboratory certification preferred but not required.
• Previous laboratory, healthcare, or histology experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to stand and move throughout assigned work areas for extended periods.
• Ability to handle and process specimens in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately perform repetitive tasks and maintain documentation.
• Ability to work with laboratory chemicals and equipment following safety guidelines.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Flexibility to meet laboratory workload demands.

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, accession, and prepare tissue specimens for histological processing.
• Label and organize materials, operate laboratory equipment as required.
• Ensure specimens are handled according to established procedures and safety rules.
• Maintain quality standards, document specimen information accurately, and assist with inventory.
• Collaborate with pathologists and histotechnicians to support workflow and turnaround.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Teamwork

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Biology/lab coursework preferred

Job description

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Full Time Allied SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, US

Regional West Medical Center is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Histology Assistant to support the daily operations of the laboratory. This role is essential in ensuring specimens are accurately received, processed, and prepared for histological examination. Histology Assistants play a vital role in maintaining specimen integrity and supporting pathologists and laboratory staff in delivering high-quality patient care.

A Day in the Life

As a Histology Assistant, you'll assist with the receipt, identification, accessioning, and preparation of tissue specimens for histological processing. Your day may include preparing specimens, labeling and organizing materials, operating laboratory equipment, and ensuring all specimens are handled according to established procedures.

You'll help maintain laboratory quality standards by following safety protocols, documenting specimen information accurately, and assisting with equipment maintenance and supply inventory. Attention to detail is critical to ensure accurate testing and diagnostic results.

In addition, you'll work closely with pathologists, histotechnicians, and other laboratory professionals to support efficient workflow and timely turnaround of specimens while maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Coursework in biology, laboratory science, or a related field preferred

Certification

• Relevant laboratory certification preferred but not required

Experience

• Previous laboratory, healthcare, or histology experience preferred but not required

Work Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout assigned work areas for extended periods
• Ability to handle and process specimens in accordance with laboratory standards
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to accurately perform repetitive tasks and maintain documentation
• Ability to work with laboratory chemicals and equipment following safety guidelines
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Flexibility to meet laboratory workload demands

Why Regional West?

• Support a team dedicated to high-quality patient care
• Work in a collaborative and professional laboratory environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

A conditional job offer is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug test and background checks. A Physical Capacity Profile may be required for some positions.