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Antech Diagnostics Histology Generalist (Overnight Shift) in Fountain Valley, California
We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.
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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 scanning
Scan all slides into Leica scanners and provide edits per protocol
Run and maintain the Staining and Cover-slipping instruments
Accurately 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 number
Accessioning biopsy submissions under fume hood
Organizing TRF’s with samples on grossing trays
Sorting STAT and manifest samples
Drying leaked TRF’s per SOP and performing container transfers
Receiving biopsy samples from other labs and organizing as outlined above
Scanning 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 lists
Awareness 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 needed
Identify problem and special handling cases.
Gross submitted tissues per SOP and related protocols with high level of quality
Properly 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 manner
Examine 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 blocks
Reconcile all Antrim pending list for any work completed and release block in LIS
Operate Roche Benchmark special stain instrument
Perform manual stains as required
Exercises 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 background
Attention to detail
Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Communication skills, both verbal and written
Positive, can-do attitude
Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Extensive sitting, phone, and computer use
Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours
Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
May 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 person
Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person
Fluency in the English language
Extended hours may be needed
Travel up to 20%
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Laboratory environment with potential biohazards present
Work 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 (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .
