2nd Shift Lab Assistant Embedder

Hours: Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pmJOB SUMMARY:The Embedding Lab Assistant is responsible for a variety of duties throughout the lab. Embedding and assisting in cytology, loading, and unloading surgical specimens on processors. Processor and stainer chemical changes. Also cleans and maintains assigned areas and performs other duties as needed. The Lab Assistant may be involved in minimal handling of Hazardous waste.Employees are responsible for following all Company policies and procedures. These policies and procedures will include adherence to regulatory standards such as CAP, CLIA and OSHA, including safety standards in performing all aspects of the functions below.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:I:Embedding tissue samplesLoading/Unloading processor tissue samples.File blocks and slides as neededPerform cytology functions as neededAssist Histology department as assignedPerform daily QC documentationMaintain equipment and supplies in clean condition, including transferring from stainers and tissue processor to 90-day accumulation containers (55-gallon drums)May perform other duties as assigned.II:All duties listed aboveIII: 1. All duties listed aboveLead:All duties listed aboveIn the absence of the Histology Lab Manager responsible for department oversight and supervisionAssist in new employee orientation and trainingAssist with updating and maintaining Accessioning ProceduresTroubleshooting/problem solvingMaintain communication with the Histology Lab ManagerPHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT:In exercising these functions, the employee must be able to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs routinely to move objects.Employee may be exposed to blood products, knife cuts, hazardous waste and chemical fumes, so appropriate precautionary measures must be followed at all times. Certain situations require eye protection, mask, lab coat and or gloves. Hazardous Waste training required.EQUIPMENT USED:Microwave and conventional tissue processorsEmbedding centerStainers, H and E, IHC and Thin-PrepCoverslipperTypical lab equipmentComputerSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GEDLevel I: less than 3 years of relevant work experienceII: 4-7 years of relevant work experienceIII: 8+ years of relevant work experience(Experience to be determined at the discretion of the Histology Manager or AccessioningSupervisor)Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the duties of this job. Clin-Path provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and gender identity. Clin-Path complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.Benefits: