Laboratory Assistant I – Histology, Temp Position Available In Lee, Florida

Laboratory Assistant I – Histology, Temp Histology Labs Ft Myers, Florida 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 a Laboratory Assistant I for our Histology Department in Fort Myers, FL who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow. This is a full-time, temporary position. Available shift times (subject to change): Tuesday-Saturday, 6:00am-2:30pm
Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00pm-10:30pm 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

Experience, Education and Qualifications:

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. Pay Range (will vary based on location & experience) $16.02 – $20.28 hourly In all instances, the salary paid will satisfy minimum salary laws. ←