Clinical Laboratory, Detail Oriented, Dissection, Histology, Identify Issues, Laboratory Operations, Medical Diagnosis, Pathology, Patient Care, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Quality Control, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sample/Specimen Processing, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Step into a hands-on laboratory role where your expertise directly supports accurate diagnoses and patient care. This temporary opportunity is ideal for detail‑oriented professionals with grossing or histology experience who thrive in a fast‑paced, regulated environment and want to make an immediate impact.
Location: Hays, KS
Pay Rate: $26.43 – $43.61 per hour (based on experience)
Employment Type: Temporary
Schedule: M-F, 7am-3:30pm (30‑minute lunch)
Why This Role Matters
This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accurate preparation and processing of surgical specimens, supporting pathologists and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in the laboratory.
What You’ll Do
- Perform routine and non‑routine preparation of surgical specimens for histologic processing
- Accession, label, and maintain specimen integrity and patient identification
- Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens
- Measure, weigh, and document findings, including abnormalities
- Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing
- Escalate non‑routine or complex specimens to Pathologist Assistants
- Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection and specimen descriptions
- Identify and resolve issues that could affect test performance or results
- Complete all required documentation and paperwork
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment
- Follow all corporate safety, quality control, and regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, local and federal)
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
What We’re Looking For- A current, up‑to‑date resume
- A.A., A.S., B.A., or B.S. degree, or equivalent training and experience
- 3 months to 1 year of histology and/or surgical grossing experience preferred
- Meets corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP
- Meets 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489 requirements
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with pathologists and laboratory staff
- Ability to meet compliance requirements
What’s In It for You- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Opportunity to gain experience in a high‑volume laboratory environment
- Fast start with an ASAP assignment
- Valuable exposure to regulated clinical laboratory operations
Benefits for Manpower Associates (Upon Eligibility)- Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonuses
- And more!
100 to 499 employees
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