Laboratory Assistant III

Schedule

This position will be scheduled to work either Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday between the hours of 9 am and 5:30pm.

Job Overview

A Laboratory Assistant III is responsible for performing routine and specialized duties to support the organization with emphasis in laboratory support. This role functions as a histotech in training role. Routine duties to support the laboratory include grossing, cutting and embedding. Additional support tasks include accessioning, slide scanning, slide and block filing and special stains/IHC. The Laboratory Assistant III must demonstrate the ability to work independently.

Duties

· Receive and inventory incoming packages to include client samples and routine laboratory supplies.

· Maintain accurate inventory records of all samples stored at Goldfinch Laboratory.

· Perform all maintenance activities for equipment to include documenting required temperatures.

· Accurately describe, dissect and cassette tissue samples.

· Prepare bulk reagents in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Prepare routine reagents for H&E, special stains and IHC staining.

· Perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy and applicable staining.

· Assist with equipment and software validations.

· Ensure cleanliness of all laboratory equipment and work areas.

· Performs and monitors inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used, and requests replacements as required.

· Maintain accurate project documentation, including computerized documentation, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

· Package and ship materials to offsite locations.

· File all blocks and slides according to the standard operating procedures.

· Performs slide scanning.

· Follow and review standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Ensure all materials and reagents are stored in appropriate conditions and are not expired.

· Accepts accountability and responsibility for actions and own behavior.

· Organizes work for effective utilization of time.

· Other duties, as assigned by manager.

Requirements

1. Associates degree in science, or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred. Credits must include:

• Twenty-four (24) semester hours of science courses that include:
• Six (6) semester hours of chemistry;
• Six (6) semester hours of biology; and
• Twelve (12) semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.

2. Spatial ability to perceive three-dimensional and geometric relationships when embedding and cutting paraffin blocks.

3. Finger dexterity to manipulate the micro-thin tissue sections and to mount onto microscope slides.

4. Color discrimination to verify diagnostic quality of staining processes in order that essential features of tissue sections can be properly defined.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Commitment to Goldfinch Laboratory Vision and Values

· Effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office and other basic productivity applications.

· Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.

· Ability to work well in a team environment and cross departmentally.

Company Benefits (if applicable):

· Health

· Dental

· PTO

· 7 paid holidays

· Paid-time off for jury duty, voting

· 401k with limited company match

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (lifting boxes, files, etc.). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color differentiation, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26