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Abbott

Makes heart devices, glucose sensors and lab tests

Histology Assistant 2

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePhoenix, AZ, USA$17 - $34 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
  • At least 6 months of experience working in a laboratory environment is required.
  • Basic computer skills, including internet navigation and email usage, are required.
  • The candidate must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
  • The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • The role requires ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed; the posted schedule is Saturday through Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  • The role requires ability to work seated approximately 20% and standing approximately 80% of a typical working day.
  • The role requires ability to lift up to 25 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
  • The role requires grasping with both hands, pinching with thumb and forefinger, turning with hand or arm, and reaching above shoulder height.
  • The role requires compliance with applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
  • The role requires ability to use laboratory equipment, including H&E stainers, microtomes, tissue water bath, embedding station, and cover slipper.
  • The role may require repetitive actions using laboratory tools and near vision to view samples at close range.
  • The role may involve exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, high-speed centrifugation, and chemicals.
  • The role requires regular and reliable attendance.
  • The role requires supporting and complying with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Receive FFPE samples into the histology laboratory for preparation for DNA extraction and H&E staining, while learning and performing histology, pathology, and molecular laboratory functions in accordance with safety, quality controls, and procedures.
  • Maintain general laboratory upkeep, including inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment, and cleaning glassware and racks.
  • Perform laboratory decontamination using appropriate materials.
  • Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Dispose of non-biohazard and biohazard waste.
  • Restock the laboratory and distribute supplies to work areas.
  • Assist with special projects as needed.
  • Track samples using laboratory information management systems and Excel spreadsheets while following standard operating procedures.
  • File and store slides and FFPE tissue blocks.
  • Assist with the initial quality review of incoming specimens.
  • Label FFPE blocks, slides, and DNA tubes according to standard operating procedures.
  • Assist with macrodissection according to standard operating procedures.
  • Record required laboratory temperatures and take corrective action as needed.
  • Maintain histology equipment and associated documentation, including quality-control worksheets, preventive-maintenance records, and day-to-day maintenance.
  • Prioritize work and drive results with an emphasis on quality.
  • Maintain open communication with internal employees and management.
  • Work as part of a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
  • Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
  • Model inclusion-minded behaviors.

Desired Qualifications

  • An Associate's Degree in Science is preferred.
  • Experience in a clinical pathology laboratory is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience working with embedding is preferred.

About the Company

Abbott

Makes heart devices, glucose sensors and lab tests

Abbott makes medical devices, diagnostic tests, nutrition products and branded generic drugs for hospitals, laboratories, pharmacies and patients. Its best-known product is the FreeStyle Libre, a coin-sized sensor worn on the upper arm that tracks blood sugar around the clock without routine finger pricks. Its other lines run from heart valves, pacemakers and brain stimulators to lab analyzers, rapid tests and mail-in colon cancer screening kits, and Abbott earns money by selling these products to health systems, labs, retailers and consumers. The company was founded in 1888 by Chicago physician Wallace Abbott and is based in Abbott Park, Illinois.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Abbott Park, IL
Founded
1888

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