PRN - Histology Lab Assistant/Embedding

Sonic Healthcare; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free lab services for dependents

401(k) retirement savings with company match

Community work environment

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Histology Lab Assistant responsible for preparing human tissue samples for diagnostic examination. Candidates must have relevant laboratory knowledge and skills, particularly in applying CLIA regulations. This role offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance and work-life balance opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory policies and procedures necessary.
• Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with laboratory staff.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Skill in using computer programs and applications.
• Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests and operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Ability to listen, read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with employees, physicians, vendors, clients, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sections of human tissue for examination.
• Operate laboratory equipment to fix and infiltrate tissue.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and quality controls.
• Label requisitions, containers, cassettes, and slides as needed.
• Maintain equipment and track routine maintenance and quality controls.

Skills

Knowledge of CLIA regulations

Knowledge of medical terminology

Skill in using computer programs

Ability to communicate clearly

Ability to establish positive relationships

Laboratory tests & instruments

Oral & written instruction adherence

Clear communication

Interpersonal relationships with staff

Education

Some college degree in Laboratory Science

Eligible for Board of Certification (BOC)

State licensure eligible

ASCP BOC eligible

Job description

PRN - Histology Lab Assistant/Embedding

Location: Plymouth, MN 55441

Hours: Vary, Days: Vary. PRN/Limited Benefits Available.

In this role, you will:

• This position outlines the responsibilities and requirements for a histology Lab Assistant, focusing on the embedding area. Upon completing the technical training program, both the Supervisor and Laboratory Director will assess the Histology Lab Assistant's performance quality and standards. Following this assessment, a competency assessment plan will be executed.
• The Histology Lab Assistant will be responsible for preparing sections of human tissue from surgical procedures for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis. This includes using the technique of embedding to properly orient specimens in paraffin blocks.
• Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate tissue specimens with wax, preserving them for study by Pathologists.
• May label requisitions, specimen containers, cassettes, and/or slides and affix coverslips to slides.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and tracks all routine maintenance and quality controls performed.

All you need is:

• Knowledge of CLIA regulations regarding proficiency testing, quality assurance, and quality control.
• Knowledge of laboratory policies and procedures, equipment, and testing to monitor control checks.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with laboratory staff.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Skill in using computer programs and applications.
• Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests and operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Ability to listen, read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with employees, physicians, vendors, clients, and external agencies.

Bonus points if you’ve got:

• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience as a Laboratory professional is preferred.

Education

• Some college degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or equivalent under the 1988 CLIA guidelines for high‑complexity testing.
• OR education/training equivalent that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent, with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, or 24 semester hours in science courses including 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 of biology, and 12 of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
• Eligible for state licensure, if applicable.
• Eligible for Board of Certification (BOC) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).

We’ll give you:

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Work‑life balance, including paid time off and paid holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement with a 401(k) plus a company match
• A sense of belonging – we’re a community!

EEO Statement

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.