Lab Tech II – Histology Lab Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 53,796 - 64,548; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Holiday leave

Tuition benefit

Retirement plan

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus invites applications for the Histology Laboratory Technologist Assistant in the Department of Pathology. This full-time position processes surgical pathology specimens, preparing them for review and diagnosis under supervision, while ensuring accuracy of paperwork and sample labeling.

Onsite in Aurora, CO, the role emphasizes meticulous specimen handling, adherence to safety policies and collaboration with pathologists, residents, and lab staff

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
• Substitution: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to five (5) years.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain daily surgical blocks, organize and maintain blocks and unstained slides for temporary and permanent storage.
• Take temperatures of paraffin baths, pots, ovens, cryostats, refrigerators and maintain charts of temperatures; perform routine preventative maintenance and document appropriately.
• Performs all procedures in a timely manner.
• Answer laboratory phone and histology email properly and take information correctly.
• Assists in maintaining laboratory supplies to ensure proper inventory.
• Knowledgeable of all lab procedures and specimen submission requirements.
• Understand and use proper safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Sets up tissue processors daily and ensures direct and complete communication with gross room staff.
• Communicates with lab staff, leadership, residents, pathologists and patients with respect and professionalism.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pathology

Lab Tech II – Histology Lab Assistant

Position # 00851260 – Requisition #: 40621

Job Summary:

The Histology Laboratory Technologist Assistant is a full-timeposition that performs a variety of routine and non-routinetechnical and administrative/clerical duties in the clinicalhistology laboratory setting under minimal supervision. Thisposition requires independent judgment in selection ofmethodologies utilized in processing specimens and in solvingnon-routine problems. The Clinical Laboratory (Histology)Technologist Assistant contributes to the overall efficiency of thelaboratory or pathology practice in a cost effective manner byperforming a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of preparingall surgical pathology specimens in preparation for pathologistreview and diagnosis. Clinical Laboratory (Histology) TechnologistAssistant receives all histology specimens while checking paperworkfor complete and accurate clinical information. Clinical Laboratory(Histology) Technologist Assistant will then organize the specimensand assist in preparing them for processing using variousmethodologies, complex machinery and staining systems. This isextremely important in overall patient care. Inappropriateprocessing, lost specimens, or incorrectly labeled specimens canresult in incorrect or unavailable diagnoses which can cause repeatprocedures or life threatening treatment choices. ClinicalLaboratory (Histology) Technologist Assistant must be familiar withmany laboratory policies and procedures. The position also assistsin maintenance of the histology area by stocking supplies, cleaningand organizing of work stations, disposal of biological waste,adherence to all compliance and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• (80 %) Prepare and maintain daily surgical blocks, organize andmaintain blocks and unstained slides for temporary and permanentstorage.
• (10%) Take temperatures of paraffin baths, pots, ovens,cryostats, refrigerators and maintain charts of temperaturesPerforms routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and minoradjustments on all specified lab equipment and documentingappropriately
• (2%) Performs all procedures in a timely manner.
• (1%) Answer laboratory phone and histology email properly andtakes information correctly.
• (1%) Assists in maintaining laboratory supplies to ensureproper inventory.
• (1%) Knowledgeable of all lab procedures and specimensubmission requirements.
• (1%) Understand and use proper safety practices.
• (2%) Performs other duties as assigned.
• 1% sets up the tissue processors daily and ensures direct andcomplete communication with gross room staff.
• 1% communicates with lab staff, leadership, resident's,pathologists and patients with respect and professionalism.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located inAurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Welcome to the Department of Pathology of the University ofColorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grownsubstantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty inparallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital basedaffiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work isvalue driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelonglearning and a balance of personal and professional values. Inaddition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerousgraduate school and the MD/PhD program of the CU School ofMedicine. Our faculty and staff are diverse and gender balanced,with women comprising 50% of our residents, Assistant, Associateand Full Professors (including those with tenure).

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation relatedto the work assigned to this position
• Substitution: A combination of related education and/orrelevant experience in an occupation related to the work assignedto this position equal to five (5) years

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six months of experience organizing specimens and assisting inpreparing them for processing using various methodologies, complexmachinery and staining systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing andorally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective workingrelationships with employees at all levels throughout theinstitution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Ability to organize workload effectively
• Ability to follow proper protocols and procedures
• Basic computer skills in data entry, Word, and Excel

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide workvisa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position nowor in the future.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the followingdocument(s):

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume
2. Three to five professional references, including name, address,phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and emailaddress

Questions should be directed to: Jeana Marks at [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, butpreference will be given to complete applications received by August 23, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may ormay not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for thisposition has been established as

$53,796 - $64,548

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position may beeligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employerand complies with all applicable federal, state, and local lawsgoverning nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed tocreating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respectand dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail]

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated toensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conductbackground investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .