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Work Shift : Tuesday-Saturday 12:30am-9:00am

Work Type: On-site

This is an On-Site role based out of one of Laboratory located in Fountain Valley, CA

The Target Pay for this position is $28.80 an hour.

At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

PURPOSE OF JOB: 

The Histology Generalist performs laboratory analyses and tests. Performs the collection, prepares samples, sets up instruments, identification verification, runs tests and reads, interprets and releases results.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Diligently check/communicate via phone, email and in person with Pathologists and LABC regarding any questions and concerns, monitor the Orphaned slide file daily, reconcile “exception lists” and find missing slides for scanningScan all slides into Leica scanners and provide edits per protocolRun and maintain the Staining and Cover-slipping instrumentsAccurately scan all slides and blocks returned from pathologists at benchmark; Clinical and Anatomic.Pull recut, IHC, special stain requests and other add-on requests in a timely manner including all Antrim changes to original accession numberAccessioning biopsy submissions under fume hoodOrganizing TRF’s with samples on grossing traysSorting STAT and manifest samplesDrying leaked TRF’s per SOP and performing container transfersReceiving biopsy samples from other labs and organizing as outlined aboveScanning of TRF’s using the IBML scanner; monitoring output to make sure there are no errors in getting these to Transcription.Pull and reconcile assigned pending listsAwareness of quality control and calibration.Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.Consult with senior peers on non-complex tasks to learn through experience.  Accurately complete an average of 5.3 Diener cases per hour., 12 Grossing cases per hours. Load and operate the Sakura V.I.P. machines when neededIdentify problem and special handling cases.Gross submitted tissues per SOP and related protocols with high level of qualityProperly identify, orient, ink, and trim submitted tissues.Produce accurate and legible grossing notes with code description that provide the Pathologist with a clear understanding of the sections taken.Gross tissue for specific re-gross requests when requested in a timely mannerExamine specimen grossly, give code description, and make special informative notes for pathologists.Use band saw to thinly cut bone tissue into representative sections.Gross examination on large specimens, entire organ submission, digit amputation, jaw resection, eye enucleation, whole brain, and bones.Set-up work station for Pathologist on duty.Calibrate and run Quality Control on the machines and assist with daily, weekly and monthly maintenance of the machines.Provide quality embedding, accurately embed an average of 60 blocks per hour, unloading VIP Tissue Processer, scan barcoded cassette in LIS for the appropriate worklist. Embed block per SOP / Protocol prioritizing stat and manifest blocks Release block in LIS. Maintain embedding station as required per SOP and accepted protocols Provide quality microtomy, accurately cut an average of 37 routine blocks per hour. Effectively section paraffin embedded tissue block to micrometer thickness, float section on a water bath and mount section on a frosted end slide per SOP. Prioritize stat and manifest blocksReconcile all Antrim pending list for any work completed and release block in LISOperate Roche Benchmark special stain instrumentPerform manual stains as requiredExercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results.Report any technical/QC problems to their lead tech or supervisor.Reads, understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.  Maintains clean and organized work area.  Restocks supplies as needed.Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.May be asked to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned.We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization.  Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.     

           

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

B/S in Biology or other Life Sciences. Coursework in anatomy / physiology required.Minimum 6 months’ experience as Grossing Tech/Histology Tech required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:   

Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and reading lab tests and operating lab instruments preferred but not required.Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures.General science backgroundAttention to detailOrganized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environmentAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCommunication skills, both verbal and writtenPositive, can-do attitudePersonal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Extensive sitting, phone, and computer useCapable of standing continuously for up to 2 hoursExtend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingersOccasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouchMay be required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in personAbility to communicate verbally on the phone and in personFluency in the English languageExtended hours may be neededTravel up to 20%

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Laboratory environment with potential biohazards presentWork under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments. Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision.

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

Life Assistance Program

Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.