Histology Lab Assistant (Mid-Shift)

HistoWiz, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Access to a Private Gym

Cross-Training Opportunities

Health insurance coverage

Retirement planning (401k)

Job summary

HistoWiz, Inc. located in New York is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for mid-shift duties, focusing on lab organization, client project handling, and strict adherence to quality control standards. This position demands at least 1-2 years of laboratory experience and strong attention to detail.

The role offers numerous benefits including 24/7 gym access, health insurance coverage, retirement planning, and cross-training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting, lab aid experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn quickly.
• Detail-oriented with excellent manual dexterity.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain a clean laboratory environment.
• Handle shipping and receiving of samples and projects.
• Maintain and manage laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Perform slide printing, cleaning, and scanning accurately.
• Follow quality control procedures to ensure reliable results.

Skills

Lab organization

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Quick learner

Job description

Summary

The Laboratory Assistant (Mid-Shift) will play an integral role in our lab operations team and be responsible for lab organization, shipping and receiving client projects, maintaining inventory and supplies, slide and cassette printing, slide cleaning, and scanning while following strict quality control and quality assurance standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and maintaining the laboratory to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
• Shipping and receiving client projects and samples, including preparing and labeling materials for transport
• Maintaining inventory and supplies, including ordering and restocking as needed
• Performing slide and cassette printing, slide cleaning, and scanning according to established protocols
• Following strict quality control and quality assurance standard operating procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.
• Must be available to work 10:30am to 7:00pm

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in a laboratory setting. Experience as a lab aid is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to be a quick learner and follow instructions
• Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS) a plus
• Excellent attention to detail, manual dexterity, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently.
• Availability to work weekends to reach revenue goals a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Excellent fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for precise specimen handling and equipment operation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Normal or corrected vision, including color vision, to accurately assess tissue samples and staining quality.

Benefits

• 24/7 Access to a Private Gym: You will have access to a private gym at any time, supporting health and wellness outside of work hours.
• Cross-Training Opportunities: Gain experience across different areas of the lab, allowing you to expand your skill set and increase your versatility.
• Specialized Experience: Work with unique and complex orders, providing valuable exposure that helps build specialized technical expertise.
• Health: 100% coverage on employee health, vision and dental insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Future Planning: Retirement planning (401k)