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Histopathology Associate I

Myriad Genetics
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
320 Wakara Way (Show on map)
Dec 24, 2024

Overview

The Histopathology Associate I is responsible for conducting laboratory processes that support the preparation of tissue specimens for examination by a pathologist and subsequent genetic testing. This position works with department management and quality team members to ensure that laboratory activities are defined, documented, and completed to support inspection readiness and that compliance is maintained through procedures, training, and documentation.

Responsibility Each employee's specific job responsibilities are uniquely defined by their individual training plan and assigned duties, but are generally defined as follows: 1. Complying with all laboratory procedures including administrative and safety policies. 3. Participating in the laboratory's quality assurance plan, adhering to quality control and preventive maintenance policies, and appropriately documenting these activities. 4. Working as part of a team to produce repeatable quality results. 5. Maintaining a clean and organized laboratory space. 6. Participating in accuracy verification events in the same manner as routine samples. 8. Actively participating in successful and timely completion of training and competency assessment as outlined in the laboratory and departmental training programs. Qualifications



  1. Meets minimum education requirements:

    1. High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
    2. Associate's degree, or higher, preferred.

  2. Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
  3. Some schedule flexibility- occasional overtime hours may be required.
  4. Basic proficiency with computers (Excel, other Office tools) and statistics.
  5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  6. Extensive documentation skills and attention to detail skills including the ability to follow written procedures, the ability to organize information, ensures that data is recorded correctly and can be easily understood by others.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel; or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

EEO

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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