Histology Technician at INOTIV BOULDER LLC — Boulder, CO

Responsibilities and Duties

Corporate

• Follow SOPs and other applicable laboratory or company procedures
• Maintain confidential information consistent with Inotiv corporate policy
• Demonstrate Inotiv Core Values
• Deliver excellent client experiences
• Provide insightful problem solving
• Always do the right thing
• Be humbly confident
• Get it done

General

• Interact with clients, other employees, and the community in a professional manner
• Support and participate in company initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Specific

• Minimum level of being proficient in the processing of tissue samples according to laboratory protocols
• Upon completion of training, employees are required to meet all established timeline requirements
• Minimum level of being proficient in the skill of embedding tissue into paraffin blocks
• Minimum level of being proficient in microtomy and ability to generate quality tissue sections
• Accurately mount tissue specimens on glass slides
• Examine blocks and/or slides to identify anatomical landmarks macroscopically or microscopically to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements
• Introductory level of knowledge in alternate histology techniques (examples might include cryosectioning)
• Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of all laboratory equipment
• Document and maintain study records to comply with appropriate company and regulatory requirements

Position Requirements

Education and experience

• Have a minimum of one year of relevant industry experience
• High School Diploma or GED, with lab experience preferred
• Required experience must also reflect the Skills and Responsibilities outlined below

Skills and abilities

• Attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills
• Critical thinking skills to recognize problems and initiate probable solution ideas
• Ability to multitask, be detailed orientated and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with the minimal supervision
• Provide technical input as appropriate
• Perform calibration of laboratory equipment as assigned
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with team members, pathologists and other Inotiv staff members
• Maintain quality standards while adhering to deadlines
• Ability and desire to learn new methods or workflows
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new laboratory software

Performance requirements

General

• Demonstrate an understanding of SOPs, this job description and general facility operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of relevant computer systems, specifically MS Excel, Word,
• and Outlook and other company software.
• Document all process training, provide a CV and ensure that his/her training file is kept current
• Documenting all study and laboratory activities as required for compliance and to maintain study files and specimens in an organized and confidential manner
• Exercise independent decision making under the guidance and supervision of Histology Management
• Ensure efficient operation in accordance with all Standard Operating Procedures and safety requirements

Physical Activity

• Moderate physical activity. This position will require frequent walking, sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, carrying, heavy lifting (max. 50lbs), reaching while standing, gripping and twisting hand movements, finger control and other general repetitive motions (for more than four [4] hours per day)
• Able to wear latex or nitrile gloves, dust mask or respirator and safety glasses as required
• Able to handle chemicals and hazardous materials according to local and company rules and regulations
• Ability to read and understand applicable materials
• Manual dexterity to operate assigned laboratory equipment and computers
• Able to troubleshoot equipment errors and instrument specifications

Working Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior office work or laboratory environment
• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following safety precautions and may include use of protective equipment
• The noise level is usually moderate
• This position will frequently be involved with sharp, solvents, irritants, acids, bases, and other hazardous chemicals, flammable materials and bio-hazards.