Lab Assistant I - Histology

Lab Assistant I

• Histology Brick, NJ, United States Be the First to Apply Job Description 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 Performs very basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples.

Responsibilities Perform routine activities involved in the preparation of histopathology slides under general supervision and according to policies and procedures. Receive/collect, label and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection. Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. Monitor inventory, requisition supplies prior to depletion; stock and maintain laboratory supplies. Clean, sterilize, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, and supply cabinets, as needed). Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated. Responsible for all assigned clerical duties. Comply with all health, quality and safety policies, procedures and 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.

Qualifications Preferred Work Experience:

One (1) year of previous histopathology or other laboratory 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 of laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual 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-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency. Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients. Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems. Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) Some College Courses Science courses preferred (Preferred) About the Team Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 58253 Job Category Laboratory Operations Posting Date 04/21/2026, 04:01 PM Job Schedule Part time Job Shift Day Locations 425 Jack Martin Blvd, Brick, NJ, 08724, US Workplace On-site daily Regular or Temporary On-Call Weekly Working Hours 1.00 Salary Minimum 17.76 Salary Range Mid 22.21 Salary Maximum 26.64 © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 425 Jack Martin Blvd, Brick, NJ, 08724, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs Lab Assistant I

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