Histology Associate: Precision Lab Technician for Pathology

Tempus; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus in the United States seeks a Histology Lab Assistant to support routine workflows, maintain specimen integrity, and track tasks in the LIMS. You’ll collaborate with pathologists and the histology team to meet daily cutting and staining deadlines, while following safety and SOPs.

Training will cover block orientation, knife angles, cryostat work, and staining techniques to produce quality finished products. Hourly rate is $27.00/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Histology Assistant preferred.
• Associate's degree preferred or minimum 60 semester hours with at least 12 hours in Biology and Chemistry.
• Knowledge of CAP regulations preferred.
• Experience with laboratory SOPs and protocols preferred.
• Comfort with laboratory safety and training.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills in the laboratory.
• Good communication and organization skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Approach work with safety and diligence and follow safety requirements of the laboratory.
• Perform routine histology lab assistant workflows without specific guidance.
• Track work completed using a custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Histology team to accomplish daily cutting and staining deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with pathologists, histology team, and associated teams as relates to workflow needs.
• Seek assistance from the lead, supervisor, and/or manager when questions, problems or mistakes arise.
• Report issues with instrumentation, samples, or the lab itself in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Laboratory safety awareness

Education

Associate's degree or 60 semester hours with Biology/ Chemistry

CAP regulations knowledge

SOPs knowledge

Job description

Tempus in the United States seeks a Histology Lab Assistant to support routine workflows, maintain specimen integrity, and track tasks in the LIMS. You’ll collaborate with pathologists and the histology team to meet daily cutting and staining deadlines, while following safety and SOPs.

Training will cover block orientation, knife angles, cryostat work, and staining techniques to produce quality finished products. Hourly rate is $27.00/hour.