Assistant Histology Technician

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Histology Technician to join our Histology Team in Maryland Heights, MO.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Absorb data packages, enter data into study tracking and SMSPull slides and organize materials for peer reviews
• Document all study and laboratory activities as required for compliance
• Perform preventative maintenance, monitoring, and calibration of laboratory equipment as assigned, troubleshooting issues as needed
• Operate and maintain slide stainer and coverslipper
• Operate and maintain tissue processors
• Pre-label tissue cassettes and slides
• Absorb forms / equipment logs
• Prepare blocks, slides and tissues for onsite archive
• Receive incoming histology materials and purchased products as needed
• Unpack and examine histology samples/materials received, verify against packing slips, complete inventories/logs as necessary and place in established locations
• Maintain Histology chemical/reagent/test article receipt logs
• Label Histology supplies and maintain inventories
• Package Necropsy materials and label boxes as required
• Maintain stock reagents, chemicals and materials
• Absorb general housekeeping related tasks as assigned
• Follow all company safety requirements

Skills And Abilities

• Able to read and interpret test results and instrument specifications
• Follow SOPs and other applicable laboratory or company procedures
• Interact with clients, other employees, and the community in a professional manner
• Effective organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• Able to adhere to all company policies, safety regulations and procedures
• Maintain confidential information
• Support and participate in other company initiatives as directed
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Demonstrate Inotiv Core Values and adhere to Code of Conduct

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, lab experience preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Physical Activity and Working Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior office or laboratory environment
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• The noise level is usually moderate
• Requires moderate physical activity with frequent talking, standing, walking and repetitive movement of hands and fingers, reaching and lifting 10 -50 pounds
• Use of PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) when required (i.e., able to wear latex or nitrile gloves, dust mask or respirator, and safety glasses as required)
• This position will frequently be involved with sharp, solvents, irritants, acids, bases, and other hazardous chemicals, flammable materials, and biohazards
• Due to exposure to hazardous biological material (which may include HPB positive specimens), immunization to Hepatitis B and/or other diseases may be a requirement

Pay

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Health and dental coverage
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401K participation with company match
• and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.