Pathology Lab Associate — Growth & Impact

Optima Dermatology; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Dermatology in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Lab Aide to support daily accessioning, cassette creation, and maintenance of histology equipment. You will work closely with the pathology team to ensure accurate staining, quality control, and adherence to SOPs.

This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and ongoing process improvement, with shift patterns Monday through Friday and 6-8 hour shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science degree or Associate degree preferred.
• Prior laboratory experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Daily accessioning and cassette creation for cases received into lab.
• Daily maintenance of the lab equipment such as the H&E stainer, tissue processor and other equipment.
• Ensure operational compliance with the laboratory's SOPs and Quality Management Systems.
• Is able to complete sign-out of daily cases including verification of adequate stain quality.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal and CLIA regulations. Maintain appropriate standards to meet all licensing and regulatory requirements and uphold company policies and integrity on a daily basis.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals
• After probationary period, is able to utilize the IT program to follow slides until delivery to pathologist.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate histology processes and protocols, reports any discrepancy to senior staff.
• Participates in all equipment QC including daily measurements, solution maintenance etc when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science or Associate degree preferred

Job description

Optima Dermatology in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Lab Aide to support daily accessioning, cassette creation, and maintenance of histology equipment. You will work closely with the pathology team to ensure accurate staining, quality control, and adherence to SOPs.

This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and ongoing process improvement, with shift patterns Monday through Friday and 6-8 hour shifts as needed.