Imaging Specialist I

Fulgent Genetics; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CSI Laboratories, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is seeking an Imaging Specialist to support histology workflow and QA. You will match completed slides to LIS cases, verify labeling and case summary accuracy, and ensure complete, ready-for-review cases for pathologists.

Working under the Histology Supervisor/Manager, you will uphold safety, quality controls, and documentation, while maintaining patient confidentiality and supporting training of new staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in histology or LIS systems is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced lab.

Responsibilities

• Assure safety, quality control, and policy adherence.
• Perform case assembly by matching slides to LIS case and case summary.
• Verify slides are present, labeled correctly, and match LIS and case summary.
• Flag discrepancies and hold cases until resolved; do not alter slides or paperwork.
• Sort cases by type and report type to support workflow.
• Update LIS with case status and location; route completed cases to pathologists.
• Assist with filing and retrieval of blocks and slides as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and protect patient confidentiality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Basic computer skills

PPE safety

Shift work flexibility

Stand or sit for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

About Us

CSI Laboratories, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized cancer testing and diagnostics laboratory experienced in helping pathologists and oncologists diagnose and treat cancer patients.

Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.

Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.

Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.

Summary of Position

The Imaging Specialist position provides critical quality control and support function to the histology laboratory and pathologists. The Imaging Specialist matches completed slides to the correct case in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), verifies that all required slides are present and accurately labeled, and combines each case with the appropriate paperwork so that complete, accurate cases are ready for pathologist review. The Imaging Specialist will utilize a working knowledge of histology laboratory workflow and the LIS to proficiently perform assigned tasks under low to moderate supervision.

Key Job Elements

• Assure that all safety, quality control measures and all policies and procedures are followed
• Perform case assembly: match completed slides to the correct case in the LIS and combine each case with its case summary, following the Case Assembly Quality Control Steps listed below
• Verify that all slides ordered for a case are present, correctly labeled, and consistent with the LIS and the case summary before a case is released as complete
• Identify and promptly flag any discrepancy, missing slide, mislabeled slide, or case summary mismatch to the appropriate technician or the Histology Supervisor/Manager, and hold the case until the issue is resolved. Slides and paperwork are flagged only, never altered or relabeled
• Sort cases by case type and report type to support laboratory workflow and efficient routing to pathologists
• Update case status and location in the LIS to reflect assembly progress, and route completed cases to the pathologists/PAs or the designated area for imaging and review
• Using appropriate technology, check slides to blocks as needed and assist with filing and retrieval of blocks and slides
• Maintain the work area, ensuring that it is clean, organized, and stocked with supplies
• Protect patient confidentiality and handle all patient information in accordance with HIPAA and company policy
• Consistency in attendance and punctuality
• Assist with training of new employees
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance
• Assists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as required
• Accepts other duties as assigned

Case Assembly Quality Control Steps

The following QC steps are performed for every case prior to release:

• Confirm in the LIS that the case is ready for assembly and gather all slides for the case, including any levels, special stains, immunohistochemistry (IHC), or other add-on orders.
• Verify patient identifiers (e.g., patient name and accession/case number) on every slide label match the case in the LIS.
• Verify that the part/block designation on each slide matches the LIS and, when applicable, the corresponding block.
• Verify that the number and type of slides (H&E, levels, special stains, IHC) match the orders in the LIS, and that no ordered slides are missing or extra.
• Inspect each slide label for legibility and accuracy, and inspect slides for defects (e.g., broken or cracked slides, missing coverslips, missing or misplaced tissue). Flag any slide that does not meet standards to the technician for correction.
• Pull the case summary for the case and verify that the patient identifiers on the case summary match both the slides and the LIS.
• Combine the verified slides and case summary together in the appropriate case folder/tray, ensuring that slides and case summaries from different cases are never combined or mixed.
• Perform a final check of the assembled case (slides, case summary, and LIS) to confirm that the case is complete and accurate.
• If any discrepancy is found, do not release the case. Hold it and flag it to the appropriate technician or the Histology Supervisor/Manager, and document the issue according to laboratory procedure. Do not alter, relabel, or correct slides or paperwork; discrepancies are flagged only.
• Sort the assembled case by case type and report type, update the case status/location in the LIS, and route the completed case to the appropriate pathologist, PA, or designated area.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in the medical field, histology/pathology laboratory, or with a Laboratory Information System (LIS) is a plus

Additional Skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with a commitment to quality (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement)
• Excellent communication skills
• Teamwork
• Customer Service Focus
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and navigate the LIS
• The ability to lift objects up to 15 pounds
• The ability to work in a high volume, high pace environment
• The ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• The ability to handle biological specimens, tissue slides, and blocks safely using appropriate PPE
• Visual acuity sufficient to accurately read small print and slide labels for extended periods
• The ability to perform repetitive tasks and maintain accuracy and focus throughout the shift
• Willingness to work shift work and overtime is required. Must be flexible to work different shifts as business needs dictate.
• Weekends and evenings may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Reports To

• Histology Supervisor/Manager

Environment

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Please note that Fulgent (and its affiliated companies, including Inform Diagnostics and CSI Laboratories) does not accept unsolicited information and/or resumes from search firms or agencies for our job postings. Search firms or agencies without an applicable contract and/or express approval to recruit for the role in question will not be eligible for payment of any fee(s), and any associated shared data will become the property of Fulgent.