Lab Assistant - Histology
Spectraforce
Marietta, Georgia
7 hours ago
Job Description
Title: Lab Assistant - Histology
Duration: 4 months
Location: Marietta GA 30067
Description:
Performs?very basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples.?
Duties and Responsibilities
• Perform routine activities involved in the preparation of histopathology slides under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.?
• Receive/collect,?label?and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.?
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.?
• 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).?
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated.?
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.?
• Comply with all health, quality?and safety policies,?procedures?and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.?
• 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.?
Job Qualifications (Work Experience, Physical & Mental Requirements, Knowledge, Skills)
Required Work?Experience:??
N/A?
Preferred Work Experience:??
One (1) year of previous histopathology or other?laboratory experience and/or training preferred.?
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 to 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.
Additional Job Details: Coverage for Employee on FMLA for 3rd shift (2am-10am). May request certain days to come in a little early if another lab assistant is on vacation. Potential to extend term or go full time if employee doesn't return.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 20.00/hr.
| 3rd - 2am-10am |
Location: Marietta GA 30067
Description:
Performs?very basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples.?
Duties and Responsibilities
• Perform routine activities involved in the preparation of histopathology slides under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.?
• Receive/collect,?label?and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.?
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.?
• 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).?
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated.?
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.?
• Comply with all health, quality?and safety policies,?procedures?and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.?
• 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.?
Job Qualifications (Work Experience, Physical & Mental Requirements, Knowledge, Skills)
Required Work?Experience:??
N/A?
Preferred Work Experience:??
One (1) year of previous histopathology or other?laboratory experience and/or training preferred.?
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 to 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.
Additional Job Details: Coverage for Employee on FMLA for 3rd shift (2am-10am). May request certain days to come in a little early if another lab assistant is on vacation. Potential to extend term or go full time if employee doesn't return.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 20.00/hr.