Lab Assistant II - Histology

Quest Diagnostics; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 38.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision benefits from Day 1

401(k) with company match after 12 months

Education assistance through MyQuest for Education

Career advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

A leading diagnostic laboratory in Pittsburgh is seeking a Lab Assistant II - Histology. The role involves preparing slides, managing tissue specimens, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Candidates should have at least one year of laboratory experience and strong attention to detail. This position ensures compliance with health and safety standards and provides an opportunity for career advancement in a supportive work environment.

Qualifikationen

• One year of histopathology or other laboratory experience is required.
• Experience handling PHI and patient information using an LIS is required.
• Three years of histopathology or laboratory experience providing support to pathologists is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists under supervision.
• Label and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment.
• Comply with all health, quality, and safety policies.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College Courses in Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Jobbeschreibung

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Position Details

• Location: Pittsburgh, PA
• Schedule: Monday & Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Benefits

• 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
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and limited non‑routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s) (under general supervision and according to policies and procedures).
• Receive/collect, label and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually and automated.
• Perform routine H&E staining either manually or automated.
• Prepare reagents for tissue processing and routine slide staining, under direct supervision.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.
• Run and/or monitor pending lists, if applicable.
• Generate and maintain department statistics, if applicable.
• Monitor inventory, requisition supplies prior to depletion; stock and maintain laboratory supplies.
• Clean, sterilize, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers and supply cabinets, as needed).
• Comply with all health, quality and safety policies, procedures and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
• May assist technical staff with limited technical functions, with appropriate education and training (Contact MQA‑AP for specific guidance).
• 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.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

• One (1) Year Of Histopathology Or Other Laboratory Experience
• One (1) year of experience handling PHI and other patient information using an LIS

Preferred Work Experience:

• Three (3) years of histopathology or other laboratory experience, including providing support to pathologists.

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 of laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual 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 to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co‑workers and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and 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)

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.