Laboratory Assistant PRN

Company Conformance Statements In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.

Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.

Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.

Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Position purpose

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for assisting staff with answering telephone calls, daily maintenance, miscellaneous administrative duties, data entry and filing.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples

Assist in cytology lab Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting

Prepare reagents for tissue processing and routine slide staining, under direct supervision

Perform routine H&E staining either manually or automated

Distributing slides to pathologists

File blocks and slides

Filing paperwork

Discarding specimen containers

Specimen pickup(s) as needed

Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment

Responsible for all assigned clerical duties associated with the Pathology laboratory

Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations

Maintain a clean and well-organized work area Other duties, as assigned