Histology Lab Assistant I

Fulgent Genetics; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulgent Genetics' Inform Diagnostics is seeking a Lab Aide I to support the Histology department with clerical duties and to keep equipment ready for patient output. You will work under the Histology Manager and follow Laboratory procedures and policies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a preferred bachelor's in biological sciences, prior lab experience, strong manual dexterity, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, flexibility for overtime, and the ability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences strongly preferred.
• Prior lab experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handles, prepares, and loads/unloads stainers; conducts dehydrating and coverslip slides utilizing manual or automatic systems.
• Prepares, cleans, sterilizes, maintains, and shuts down laboratory equipment, accessories, and instruments.
• Responsible for filing, tracking, retrieval, and accurate record keeping.
• Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling of all materials.
• Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers match blocks and slides; prints labels as appropriate.
• Records in Laboratory logbooks all slides and stains prepared; logs appropriate information into the Laboratory Information system.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Overtime flexibility

Laboratory safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences (preferred)

Job description

Fulgent Genetics' Inform Diagnostics is seeking a Lab Aide I to support the Histology department with clerical duties and to keep equipment ready for patient output. You will work under the Histology Manager and follow Laboratory procedures and policies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a preferred bachelor's in biological sciences, prior lab experience, strong manual dexterity, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, flexibility for overtime, and the ability