Lab Assistant 1 - Histology

Lab Assistant I - Histology - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

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 Account
•    Matching gifts program
•    Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
•    Career advancement opportunities
•    and so much more!

 

Performs very basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples. 

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. 

Education

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

• 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.