Histology Lab Aide

Location: Bakersfield, CA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Laboratory Aide to provide essential support to a busy Histology team. This position assists with the organization, preparation, documentation, and maintenance activities necessary to support efficient day-to-day laboratory operations.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, and capable of maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational support to the Histology team.
• Prepare laboratory requisitions for processing and administrative review.
• Perform block and slide reconciliation prior to delivery to pathologists.
• Accurately label laboratory slides according to established procedures.
• File, organize, retrieve, and maintain tissue blocks and slides.
• Perform slide coverslipping and assist with slide repairs as needed.
• Prepare laboratory buffers according to established procedures.
• Assist with routine maintenance of tissue processors.
• Assist with routine maintenance of laboratory stainers.
• Retrieve and process physician requests through the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Locate corresponding tissue blocks for additional sectioning by Histology technical staff.
• Pull blocks and slides in response to laboratory and physician requests.
• Maintain accurate quality assurance (QA) logs and other required documentation.
• Assist with unpacking, organizing, and storing laboratory supplies.
• Maintain an organized and efficient work area.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and other team members.
• Perform additional laboratory support duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable and professional work habits.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to completing assigned responsibilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with appropriate direction.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a laboratory team.
• Intermediate computer and software application skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a clinical, pathology, histology, or other laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with Histology laboratory workflow.
• Experience handling, organizing, or retrieving tissue blocks and slides.
• Experience with slide labeling, filing, and coverslipping.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality assurance documentation.
• Experience with routine laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Laboratory Information System (LIS) experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Accurate recordkeeping and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Basic understanding of laboratory safety and workflow.
• Ability to follow written procedures and instructions consistently.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Professional and dependable work habits.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling patient and laboratory information.
• Comfortable learning laboratory systems, processes, and terminology.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Commitment to quality and supporting accurate patient testing.