Histology Lab Operator I

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Histology Lab Operator II is a member of the Histopathy Department responsible for assisting HT/HTLs in analyzing specimens and maintaining equipment in good condition.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists certified/licensed personnel in clinical patient testing in accordance with the SOP

• Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors

• Duties may include but not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, macrodissection and supporting workflow tasks

• Sets up equipment and assists with automated lab procedures, as applicable • Assist and complete daily tasks

• Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition

• Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies, and equipment in the laboratory for the performance of duties

• Documents information accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

• Provides Guidance for new team members

• Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)

• Identifies and escalates stuck cases and unresolved issues

• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 2+ years related experience

• An associate, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR An associates degree, or higher, in one of the chemical or biological sciences AND one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor, or higher, degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and either one of the following conditions: - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program

• A copy of the degree is required at the time of hire; the degree must either be from the US or equivalent to a US degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, and technical skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Word processing and data management

• Ability to work well in a group

• Adhere to the department time and attendance guidelines

The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Austin, TX

$19.54—$24.43 USD