3rd Shift Lab Assistant Embedder Clinpath Diagnostics

•3.0 Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $17

•$21 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Management High school diploma or GED Safety equipment Load & unload Chemical waste

Full Job Description Hours:

Monday

•Friday 7pm

•3:30am Training hours may differ

JOB 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 samples Loading/Unloading processor tissue samples. File blocks and slides as needed Perform cytology functions as needed Assist Histology department as assigned Perform daily QC documentation Maintain 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 above

III:

1. All duties listed above

Lead:

All duties listed above In the absence of the Histology Lab Manager responsible for department oversight and supervision Assist in new employee orientation and training Assist with updating and maintaining Accessioning Procedures Troubleshooting/problem solving Maintain communication with the Histology Lab Manager

PHYSICAL/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 processors Embedding center Stainers, H and E, IHC and Thin-Prep Coverslipper Typical lab equipment Computer

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED Level I:

less than 3 years of relevant work experience

II:

4-7 years of relevant work experience

III:

8+ years of relevant work experience (Experience to be determined at the discretion of the Histology Manager or Accessioning Supervisor)

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:

Clin-Path Associates offers nationally competitive compensation and benefits. Our benefits program provides a comprehensive array of services to our employees including, but not limited to health insurance (Primarily covered by the company), dental insurance (100% covered by the company) vision insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions (401k), & flexible spending account (FSA).

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00

•$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person