Histopathology Operations Specialist I (Tues-Sat)

About The Job

The Histopathology Operations Specialist I is a core member of the Laboratory Operations Team. This

position supports members of the Upstream Laboratory and Pathology functional areas through

specimen and data stewardship, data entry, equipment maintenance, and process troubleshooting.

Histopathology Operations Specialists may be assigned to work any day the lab is operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform real time technical support to the pathologists, including but not limited to specimen
  
  

quality assessments and measurements.

• Maintain proper documentation including appropriate specimen handling, labeling, and quality
  
  

control measures.

• Perform specimen and data stewardship to ensure specimen integrity and testing continuity.
• Escalate specimen and data inquiries as required.
• Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment as necessary.
• Perform routine scanning of stained slides with digital scanners.
• Follow instructions defined in Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain attention to detail for quality completion of each task.
• Assist in attributing and debulking clinical and research study patient specimens.
• Be familiar with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) for all area forms.
• Perform tasks for projects under guidance of senior lab employees and pathologists.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (General Education Degree) and 3 years of experience in
  
  

logistics, science, technology or another regulated field.

• OR Associates Degree in biological, life, or laboratory sciences and 2 years of experience in
  
  

logistics, science, technology or another regulated field.

• OR Bachelor’s degree in biological or life sciences.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological or life sciences.
• Previous experience:
• Handling and communicating important information, particularly scientific or technical
  
  

information.

• Closely following verbal and written instructions and operation procedures.
• Working within a CLIA or CAP-Certified laboratory.
• Familiarity with Anatomy and Physiology, Cancer Biology, Human Biology and/or medical
  
  

terminology.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication, collaboration, and problem
  
  

solving.

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with other departments and colleagues.
• History of demonstrated ability to work independently and work in teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instruction, particularly with scientific or technical information.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment, in the presence of chemicals and reagents
• Understanding of HIPAA and importance of privacy of patient data.
• Dedication to continuous improvement and quality.
• Commitment to FMI values: patients, innovation, collaboration, and passion.