Lab Assistant II - Histology

Lab Assistant II - Histology - Lewisville, TX, On-Call 

Performs routine and limited non-routine functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples. 

Pay range: $17.71+ per hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information:

Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.

On-call employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and limited non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s) (under general supervision and according to policies and procedures). 
• Receive/collect, label and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection. 
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment. 
• Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually and automated. 
• Perform routine H&E staining either manually or automated. 
• Prepare reagents for tissue processing and routine slide staining, under direct supervision. 
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. 
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties. 
• Run and/or monitor pending lists, if applicable. 
• Generate and maintain department statistics, if applicable. 
• Monitor inventory, requisition supplies prior to depletion; stock and maintain laboratory supplies. 
• Clean, sterilize, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers and supply cabinets, as needed). 
• Comply with all health, quality and safety policies, procedures and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment. 
• May assist technical staff with limited technical functions, with appropriate education and training. (Contact MQA-AP for specific guidance). 
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position. 

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:  

One (1) year of histopathology or other laboratory experience 

One (1) year of experience handling PHI and other patient information using an LIS 

Preferred Work Experience:  

Three (3) years of histopathology or other laboratory experience, including providing support to pathologists. 

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance. 
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time. 
• Frequent walking and/or standing. 
• May be required to use a wide variety of laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity. 

Knowledge:  

• Basic knowledge of operating non-complex instrumentation. 

Skills:  

• Must demonstrate the ability to follow a series of steps without confusion or errors on an ongoing basis and retain the information once learned. 
• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency. 
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients. 
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems. 
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. 

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Some College Courses Science courses preferred (Preferred)