The department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is seeking a full-time Clinical Lab Assistant to support technical laboratory personnel in day-to-day operations of the dermatopathology, histology and immunohistochemistry laboratories. The incumbent will: · Prepare simple and complex reagents or media under direct supervision. · Receive, accession and triage patient specimens, blocks and slides. · Clear understanding of the standards required to work in a Histology laboratory under CAP and KSOM guidelines · Monitor incoming phone inquiries and requests. · Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative relations with clients and other personnel · Identify and separate specimens to be referred to outside laboratories or analyzed by other USC laboratories. · Handle and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols. · Maintain and organizes laboratory supplies. Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed. · Under direct supervision of pathology administrators, order laboratory consumables and track billing and reconciliations of supplies of the laboratory. · Must be highly organized, and detail-oriented · Possesses effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills · Proficiency with typical software packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. The university offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Shift: Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm 40 hours a week Hourly range: The hourly rate range for this position is $21.01 - $25.73 When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Minimum Education: Related undergraduate study Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Work Experience: < 1 year Preferred Experience: 1 year in a Clinical Laboratory USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USCs Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$136953.htmld USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work. Application help If you need assistance during the application process, see our application help. (If you already work for USC, see Your USC career.) At any point you may also contact our HR Service Center for help at (213) 821-8100 or uschr@usc.edu. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!
