Asst, Lab II - Histology req81615

Company: Quest Diagnostics
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Asst, Lab II - Histology - Roanoke, VA - Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Basic Purpose:
The Histology Laboratory Assistant II position is an entry level position for an individual with prior laboratory experience. - The individual will perform routine and limited non-routine functions to aid in the preparation of histopathology samples. - The individual will work under general supervision of trained, certified histotechnicians and/or histotechnologists.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. - - - - - - - - Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, perform routine and limited non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s).
2. - - - - - - - - Receive/collect, label and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
3. - - - - - - - - Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
4. - - - - - - - - Monitor inventory, requisition and order supplies prior to depletion, stock and maintain laboratory supplies.
5. - - - - - - - - May run and/or monitor pending lists.
6. - - - - - - - - May generate and maintain department statistics.
7. - - - - - - - - Operate, clean, and sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments. - Maintain a clean workstation in the grossing area.
8. - - - - - - - - Prepare reagents for tissue processing and routine slide staining, under direct supervision.
9. - - - - - - - - Perform routine H&E staining either manually or automated.
10. - - - - - - Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
11. - - - - - - Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
12. - - - - - - With appropriate education and training, may assist technical staff with limited technical functions (Contact MQA-AP for specific guidance).
13. - - - - - - Responsible for all assigned clerical duties associated with the Histology laboratory.
14. - - - - - - Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information concerning patients, physicians, employees, clients, vendors, and the Company.
15. - - - - - - Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
16. - - - - - - Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
17. - - - - - - Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
18. - - - - - - Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Supervision Exercised:
N/A

Qualifications:
Minimum:
1. High School Education or equivalent.
2. 1 year of histopathology or other laboratory experience
3. Good clerical, organizational and communication skills.
4. 1 year of experience handling PHI and other patient information using an LIS
5. Basic knowledge of operating non-complex instrumentation.

Preferred:
1. College level science courses
2. 3 years of histopathology or other laboratory experience, including providing support to pathologists.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Ability to physically, audibly, and visually perform all functions.
- Ability to prioritize workflow
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds
- Good verbal skills
- Good decision making skills

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