Histology Lab Assistant: Precision Support for Daily Ops

Clin--path-Associates-Diagnostic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions through 401(k

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Job summary

Clin-Path Diagnostics, LLC is seeking a Lab Assistant - Histology to support daily histology operations in our Phoenix lab. You will assist with slide handling, preparation, organization, instrument maintenance, and general laboratory support.

This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced laboratory environment. You may handle minimal hazardous waste following safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior laboratory, healthcare, specimen processing, histology, or related work experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately enter and verify information in laboratory systems.
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and laboratory team members.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads slides as part of the histology workflow.
• Runs slides through a series of chemicals in preparation for coverslipping.
• Flats and organizes slides in preparation for technician quality control review.
• Prints run reports for completed cases.
• Scans predictive marker cases using digital imaging systems.
• Performs instrument maintenance, including topping off chemicals, discarding waste, and running cleaning cycles.
• Maintains assigned work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Assists the Histology department with daily workflow and operational support needs.
• Follows all safety procedures when handling patient specimens, chemicals, hazardous waste, and laboratory equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Digital imaging systems

Job description

Clin-Path Diagnostics, LLC is seeking a Lab Assistant - Histology to support daily histology operations in our Phoenix lab. You will assist with slide handling, preparation, organization, instrument maintenance, and general laboratory support.

This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced laboratory environment. You may handle minimal hazardous waste following safety standards.