Lab Assistant I Histology

Lab Assistant I - Histology - Brick NJ On-Call

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Lab Assistant I - Histology in Brick NJ. This role is a hospital-based position at Ocean.

Pay range: $17.76 - $26.64 / hour
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills training experience education and where applicable certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month and after one year a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.

On-call employees are eligible for:
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Performsvery basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples.

• Perform routine activities involved in the preparation of histopathology slides under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.
• Receive/collectlabeland prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Monitor inventoryrequisition supplies prior to depletion;stock and maintain laboratory supplies.
• Cleansterilizeorganizeand maintain work area glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g. refrigerators freezers andsupply cabinets as needed).
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated.
• Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.
• Comply with all health qualityand safety policiesproceduresand 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.

Preferred Work Experience:

One (1) year of previous histopathology or otherlaboratory 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 oflaboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significantmanual 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-orientedhave the ability towork independently establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously andeffectively with supervisorsco-workersand clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (WordExceland Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
• Ability to enter 6000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.

Education

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