Histology Lab Assistant

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Abilene, Texas, is seeking a Histology Lab Assistant to perform daily activities related to lab and clerical duties in the Anatomic Pathology department. The role includes coordinating surgical and cytological case paperwork, assisting pathologists, and performing clerical duties such as typing and filing. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, but no previous experience is necessary. This position is ideal for someone looking to start their career in a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• No previous laboratory experience is required.
• Ability to compile statistics and maintain logs.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily lab and clerical duties.
• Coordinate surgical and cytological case paperwork.
• Assist pathologists and lab director with various tasks.

Skills

Compile statistics

Input data into computer programs

Maintain logs

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Histology Lab Assistant performs the daily activities of various lab and clerical duties in the Anatomic Pathology department. Assists in clerical duties including typing, transcription, filing, answering phones, making copies, and patient registration. Coordinates surgical, cytological, and bone marrow case paperwork and slides for delivery to pathologist. Processes and tracks pathology material being sent to other labs for additional testing. Files blocks and slides. Assists the pathologists and lab director in other various duties.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• High school or equivalent

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

None

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Compile statistics
• Input data into computer programs
• Maintain logs

Designated Driver

No