Histology Lab Assistant I — Evening Shift

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Newtown Square (Delaware County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay and paid time off

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Newtown Square, PA is seeking a Lab Assistant I in Histology for Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. This entry-level role prepares histopathology slides under supervision and supports routine lab operations.

You will handle specimen labeling, processing, and basic instrumentation, while maintaining inventory and adhering to safety policies. A high school diploma is required, with some science coursework preferred and strong attention to detail essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Science courses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histopathology slide prep under supervision.
• Receive/collect, label and prepare tissue specimens for dissection.
• Process paperwork for accessioning and reporting.
• Monitor inventory and stock laboratory supplies.
• Clean, sterilize, organize and maintain work area and equipment.
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides manually and automatically.
• Comply with health, safety policies and use PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Laboratory Information Systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Typing speed

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College Courses Science courses preferred

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Newtown Square, PA is seeking a Lab Assistant I in Histology for Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. This entry-level role prepares histopathology slides under supervision and supports routine lab operations.

You will handle specimen labeling, processing, and basic instrumentation, while maintaining inventory and adhering to safety policies. A high school diploma is required, with some science coursework preferred and strong attention to detail essential.