Histology Laboratory Technician

• Maintain tidiness and cleanliness in own working area

• Participate in the reception, preparation, and documentation of specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.

• Participate in the entry of data to laboratory computer systems.

• Prepare staining solutions and reagents and assist in the maintenance of adequate stocks of reagents and consumables.

• Ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables and equipment within the working area.

• Be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and cleanliness of the equipment with which they are working.

• Assist in developing/ improving procedures, H&S, QA and ESG initiatives

• Participate in record keeping processes, including maintenance records, electronic and paper based.

• Participate in internal quality control procedures.

• Participate in risk management of the department including error reporting and corrective actions

• Lead slide quality control and matching

Other:

• Effective team worker

• Good organizational skills to enable the post-holder to complete tasks in an efficient and effective manner

• Knowledge of company and lab policies

• Knowledge of laboratory IT systems

• Communicate and role model the values and behaviour of Zoetis

· Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate.

• Undertake any other reasonable duty, when requested to do so by an appropriate manager.

• Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in activities.

• Complete all statutory, mandatory, and essential training within timeframes specified.

Safety:

• Observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.

• Report all incidents and adverse events to managers and assist in the investigations of any incidents.

• Participate in risk assessment monitoring.

• Ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOP’s.

Full time

Regular

Colleague

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