Well-established dermatology practice seeking a full-time Pathology Lab Assistant. 

Duties include… 

• Receive specimens into lab.
• Release orders in LIS.
• Prepare 70% and 80% ROH solutions following proper procedure.
• Recycle of ROH and Xylene.
• Change solutions on H&E stainer daily.
• Prepare specimens and blocks for grossing.
• Perform tissue embedding upon completion of in-house training and competency assessment.
• Prepare blocks for techs after embedding, including but not limited to, cleaning and organizing blocks prior to tech microtome cutting. 
• Assist with H&E slide preparation, including loading and unloading of slides into/from auto-stainer, and operating cover slipper.
• Prepare slide trays and requisitions prior to delivery to pathologists.
• Daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning of lab equipment and tools per schedule. 
• Dump formalin vials and neutralize formalin following proper procedure.
• Record daily lab temperatures as listed on QC sheets.
• Receiving and stocking of general lab supplies. Perform monthly inventory as assigned.
• Record orders on work lists and pull blocks for techs.
• Slide, block, and requisition filing.
• Adherence to compliance and completion of compliance training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.