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Histology Laboratory Assistant I - Anatomic Pathology

NeoGenomics
Ft Myers, Florida
Full-time

Description

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees?

Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.

NeoGenomics is looking for aLaboratory Assistant I based out of our lab in Fort Myers, FLwho wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.

Our lab operates 24 / 7; multiple shift arrangements may be available.

Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics :

As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform.

Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.

Position Summary :

The Laboratory Assistant will assist the department technologist in performing various basic laboratory procedures using laboratory equipment to facilitate production.

This in an entry level position in the clinical laboratory job family and employees in this position may not manipulate samples.

Core Responsibilities :

  • Records the required information in laboratory log books, specimen accession sheets, workflow drafts, etc., to ensure quality assurance of specimens
  • Performs simple laboratory tasks of operating equipment, printing extra labels, recording data, and specimen storage and retrieval and other clerical duties as assigned
  • Prepares reagents for laboratory procedures as directed in the procedure manual and under the direct supervision of a certified technologist
  • Performs various housekeeping and / or maintenance tasks to keep laboratory and equipment in clean and operable condition
  • Maintains department inventory and orders supplies as needed
  • Resolves pending lists and finds missing samples
  • Performs various filing, mailing, and copying tasks as needed
  • Disposes of biohazardous material according to established procedures
  • Completes training and competency checklists as needed
  • Sends and receives cases to and from satellite laboratories
  • Loads, runs and unloads some automated testing procedures
  • Assists with the department quality improvement or safety program
  • Reports problems concerning individual cases, tests, equipment and supplies to laboratory supervisor or lead technologist to ensure timely resolution

Requirements :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent; emphasis on science courses preferred
  • Previous experience in a similar capacity and knowledge of medical terminology preferred
  • Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred
  • General knowledge on using MS Office programs
  • Effective communication skills and strong organization skills
  • Detailed oriented and willingness to work independently
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards
  • Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • No certification required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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