Pittsburgh Histology Lab Assistant I — Early AM Shift

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) and company match

Annual incentive plans

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Lab Assistant I in Histology to support the preparation of histopathology samples. The position runs Monday to Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM and involves routine duties under supervision.

Required is a High School Diploma or Equivalent, with some science coursework preferred; the role emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer some college science coursework.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare histopathology slides under supervision and according to policies and procedures.
• Receive, label and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Monitor inventory and requisition supplies prior to depletion; stock and maintain laboratory supplies.
• Clean, sterilize, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment.
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated.
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.
• Comply with health, quality and safety policies and practices; use PPE.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Strong communication

Typing speed 6000 keystrokes/hour

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College Courses in Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Lab Assistant I in Histology to support the preparation of histopathology samples. The position runs Monday to Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM and involves routine duties under supervision.

Required is a High School Diploma or Equivalent, with some science coursework preferred; the role emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to work independently.