Histology Lab Assistant: Pathology Support & QC

Summit Pathology; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Cigna)

Dental Insurance (Cigna)

Vision Insurance (Cigna)

401k (Ascensus)

ID Shield & Legal Shield

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Summit Pathology is seeking a detail-oriented Histology Lab Assistant to join our fast-paced laboratory team in Loveland, CO. You will handle clerical and technical duties to ensure timely, accurate distribution of pathology slides and support pathologists and histologists.

This role requires the ability to learn embedding, microtomy and special stains, perform morning slide turn out, QC checks, and assist with digital pathology scanning.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• One year in a medical laboratory preferred.
• Knowledge of handling chemical and biohazardous material.
• Basic knowledge of biology and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Morning slide turn out and accurate routing of slides.
• QC check of block to slide before turn out.
• Completion and turn out of IHC and special stains.
• Answering Histology phones and troubleshooting calls from pathologists.
• Digital pathology scanning, troubleshooting, and distribution.
• Maintain safety standards and assist pathology team.

Education

Associate Degree or higher preferred.

Bachelor of Science with anatomy/biology/chemistry

Job description

Summit Pathology is seeking a detail-oriented Histology Lab Assistant to join our fast-paced laboratory team in Loveland, CO. You will handle clerical and technical duties to ensure timely, accurate distribution of pathology slides and support pathologists and histologists.

This role requires the ability to learn embedding, microtomy and special stains, perform morning slide turn out, QC checks, and assist with digital pathology scanning.