Lab Assistant I - Histology

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is seeking a Lab Assistant I to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples. This full-time position, located in Royal Oak, MI, operates from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Key responsibilities include preparing slides, processing specimens, and maintaining laboratory supplies. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and preferably one year of experience in a laboratory environment. The role offers comprehensive medical benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of previous histopathology or laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine activities in preparing histopathology slides.
• Receive and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory supplies.
• Clean and organize the work area and equipment.
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides.
• Comply with health and safety policies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to follow instructions

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College Courses in Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Lab Assistant I - Histology - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Performsvery basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples.

Benefits Information

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• Perform routine activities involved in the preparation of histopathology slides under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.
• Receive/collect,labeland prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Monitor inventory,requisition supplies prior to depletion;stock and maintain laboratory supplies.
• Clean,sterilize,organizeand maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, andsupply cabinets, as needed).
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated.
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.
• Comply with all health, qualityand safety policies,proceduresand practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Preferred Work Experience

One (1) year of previous histopathology or otherlaboratory experience and/or training preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety oflaboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significantmanual dexterity.

Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of operating non-complex instrumentation.

Skills

• Must demonstrate the ability to follow a series of steps without confusion or errors on an ongoing basis and retain the information once learned.
• Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously andeffectively with supervisors,co-workersand clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word,Exceland Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Some College Courses Science courses preferred (Preferred)

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