Laboratory Assistant - Accessioning, 7 am - 4 pm + 1 Sat/month

Oculus Pathology, Waco Division has an immediate fulltime position for a Laboratory Assistant to work in the Accessioning Section of the Histology Laboratory.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Laboratory Assistant assigned to the Accessioning handles a variety of technical and non-technical tasks and assignments in the histology laboratory to prepare specimens for macroscopic examination by a Pathologists’ Assistant or Grossing Assistant; specimen processing by histotechnologists; and diagnostic examination by a Pathologist.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt TYPE OF POSITION: Full Time

WORK SCHEDULE Mon – Fri, 7 am – 4 pm 1 Saturday per month

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Log and accession cytology and tissue specimens into the computer system.
• Assists the pathologist or Pathologists Assistant during gross (macroscopic) examination of specimens.
• Accessions specimen requisitions (paper & electronic) into the computer system.
• Works with the Oculus Waco Division Referencing Department to assign and distribute cases to Austin, San Marcos, and San Antonio based Oculus Pathologists.
• Responsible for keeping the Accessioning area, Grossing Stations, and specimen storage areas clean and free of clutter.
• Ensures that Oculus Waco Division cases are correctly separated for assignment and distribution.
• Take the labeled and grouped slides for routine assignment and distribution.
• Distribute Cases and slides to the assigned Pathologist.
• Pick-up and deliver specimens and reports, when required.
• Research cases, retrieve slides, blocks, and reports as needed.
• Assist with the Histology supply inventory.
• Assists with the ordering of Laboratory supplies from various vendors.
• Fill supply requests from clients, when required.
• Assists with the disposal of used chemicals and tissue specimens.
• Transports prepared slides and specimens to Ascension Providence, and other in-town locations.
• Prints patient(s) slide labels from the Anatomic Pathology computer system.
• When needed, coverslip H&E stained slides and label with the preprinted patient’s slide label from the computer system, carefully matching the appropriate specimen, block, and slide identification.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Management.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential responsibilities being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities assigned to these people.

WORK EXPERENCE REQUIREMENT

• Prefer three (3) years of experience within a healthcare setting.
• Experience working is an anatomic pathology or clinical laboratory is preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare and Pathology terminology is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, and management.
• Ability to read and write.
• Strong ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to work with biological and potentially biohazardous tissue and fluid specimens.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Associates degree with college courses in biology and chemistry preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk, occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch—some bending and stretching are required.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Use of the telephone is required.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16