Histology Lab Assistant I - Growth, Training & PTO

NeoGenomics Laboratories; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits (HMO/PPO)

401k match & ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development

PTO + holidays

Wellness courses

Employee resource groups

Job summary

NeoGenomics Laboratories, Inc. in Aliso Viejo, CA is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I for the Pharma Services Histology department. This entry-level role supports technologists with basic procedures and daily lab tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00am-4:30pm. You will gain hands-on training, handle samples, and contribute to quality assurance and safety programs while growing with a world-class cancer reference laboratory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; emphasis on science courses preferred.
• Previous experience in a similar capacity and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred.
• General knowledge of MS Office programs.
• Effective communication and strong organizational skills.
• Detail oriented and willing to work independently.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards.
• Able to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Record information in laboratory logs, accession sheets, and workflow drafts to ensure specimen QA.
• Perform basic lab tasks: operate equipment, print labels, record data, store/retrieve specimens.
• Prepare reagents under supervision of a certified technologist.
• Maintain cleanliness of laboratory and equipment; perform housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain department inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Resolve pending lists and locate missing samples.
• File, mail, and copy as needed.
• Dispose of biohazardous material per procedures.
• Complete training and competency checklists as required.
• Send/receive cases to/from satellite labs.
• Load, run, and unload some automated testing procedures.
• Assist with quality improvement or safety programs.
• Report problems to supervisor or lead technologist for timely resolution.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Biohazard safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

NeoGenomics Laboratories, Inc. in Aliso Viejo, CA is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I for the Pharma Services Histology department. This entry-level role supports technologists with basic procedures and daily lab tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00am-4:30pm. You will gain hands-on training, handle samples, and contribute to quality assurance and safety programs while growing with a world-class cancer reference laboratory.