Lab Assistant II - Histology

Location: Royal Oak, MI, United States Department: Laboratory Operations

Lab Assistant II - Histology - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM

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

employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Benefits information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

Best-in-class well-being programs

Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®

healthyMINDS mental health program

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off

FinFit financial coaching and services

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

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option

Flexible Spending Accounts

Matching gifts program

Education assistance through MyQuest for Education

Career advancement opportunities

and so much more!

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.

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)