Lab Processing Technician - Histology - Evenings or Nights

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Lab Processing Technician for the Histology Lab on either 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM). The role includes assisting with slide processing, cassette receipt, and general lab duties, under supervision of senior staff. Location: Ackerman Rd, Columbus, OH.

Background checks required. Responsibilities include handling tissue blocks and slides, labeling, and providing accurate paper work and customer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in histology or laboratory support is a plus.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with slide processing, cover slipping, and specimen handling.
• Track and manage samples and paperwork; transport slides as needed.
• Answer inquiries and support department staff with orders and issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and daily housekeeping of the laboratory.

Skills

Customer service

Sample handling

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Barcode scanning

Beaker LIMS

Job description

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Job Title

Lab Processing Technician - Histology - Evenings or Nights

Department

Medicine | Pathology

Position Summary

Laboratory Processing Technician to work in the Histology Laboratory under the direct supervision of Lead Histology Technologists (and Clinical Laboratory Manager) and functional supervision from higher level laboratory staff. Assists with cover slipping of slides for viewing under microscopes; collates and organizes paperwork accompanying slides; packs, unpacks, sorts and transports samples and slides to assigned location; assists with basic and general lab functions; performs general cleaning and maintenance of laboratory including laboratory equipment and instruments; tissue cassette receipt, block and slide send-out; tracking using Beaker barcode scanning; performs customer service related duties such as answering telephone/email inquiries, entering manual orders, and problem resolution from department staff and pathologists; numerically pulls and/or files paraffin blocks; assists with daily maintenance and reagent changes on staining and processing equipment; sorts slides by case and ensures they are accurately delivered to scanning or to case pathologist; other duties as needed.

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.

Schedule

This position may be filled on either 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift, depending on the selected candidate's preference.

2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Additional Information

Clinical Laboratories / Lab Services - Individual Contributor - Technical - T2 Experienced

Location: Ackerman Rd, 680 (2434)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Second Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you - and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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