University of Colorado · 6 hours ago
Lead Histology Lab Assistant (Lab Tech III)
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $79K/yr
6+ years expThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a leading institution in medical education and research. They are seeking a Lead Histology Lab Assistant to perform various technical and administrative duties in the clinical histology laboratory, contributing to the laboratory's efficiency and compliance with procedures.
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Responsibilities
Ordering all supplies accurately and in a timely manner
Receiving supplies and logging them into the Lab Guru laboratory inventory software
Labeling and stocking supplies accurately
Physically monitoring supplies to ensure adequate par levels
Identifying organizational storage needs for laboratory supplies
Maintaining and posting the lab assistant work schedule
Training new lab assistants on duties and responsibilities
Filling in for lab assistants when necessary
When down a lab assistant due to vacation or call-in
High workload
Has strong working knowledge of the Sakura Prisma and Prisma Plus stainer and coverslipper maintenance procedures
Properly documents all maintenance performed
Has strong working knowledge of the Peloris III and VIP 6 tissue processor’s program schedules as well as daily and monthly maintenance
Properly take and records temperatures of ovens, paraffin pots and tissue processors
Filing all blocks in appropriate drawers and in order
Filing and maintaining the unstained slide storage
Scheduling and coordinating block storage from drawers to boxes then to the basement
Scheduling and coordinating large scale block and unstained slides archives through the path archives
Qualification
Required
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to the position equal to six (6) years
Knowledge of histology laboratory procedures and protocols, including specimen preparation, staining techniques (e.g., H&E), and quality assurance standards for surgical pathology
Skill in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, such as paraffin baths, cryostats, ovens, and staining systems, including performing routine preventive maintenance and minor adjustments
Ability to apply independent judgment in selecting methodologies and troubleshooting non-routine problems, ensuring accurate and timely specimen processing under minimal supervision
Skill in data entry and information management using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), including accurate labeling, logging, and retrieval of specimens and archived materials
Ability to adhere to safety and compliance protocols, including proper handling of biological waste, chemical solutions, and infectious materials, while maintaining a clean and organized work environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
Outstanding customer service skills
Ability to organize workload effectively
Ability to follow proper protocols and procedures
Basic computer skills in data entry, Word, and Excel
Preferred
Six (6) months of experience organizing specimens and assisting in preparing them for processing using various methodologies, complex machinery and staining systems
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Company
University of Colorado
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
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2023-07-27Grant
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2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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