NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond. Come and work for an organization with the: Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core Values: Act with integrity in everything we do. Provide best-in-class customer experiences. Develop superior talent and deliver expertise. Respond with agility and provide timely results. Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas. Job Description: • Conduct general housekeeping of laboratory and clean slides. • Dispose of biohazards, glass, sharps and other materials appropriately. • Label slides and cassettes • Box slides or samples for shipment to pathologists, archives and/or clients. • Change processors and stainers. • Bag/dispose of tissues for completed studies • May perform tissue grossing for routine studies. • Prepares microscopic slides for research/diagnostic purposes; includes fixation, dehydration, infiltration, embedding, microtomy and mounting to include both paraffin and plastic processed tissues, in addition to frozen sectioning." • Performs and maintains proficiency in histochemical staining procedures and troubleshooting techniques. • Performs quality control procedures on all samples (slides, blocks, forms, etc.) to ensure accuracy and excellence. • May develop procedures for tissue handling. • Process tissues appropriately for review by a pathologist. • May organize and participate in necropsies. • May perform photography and high-resolution x-ray imaging and film developing. • Maintains records according to good laboratory practices. • Coordinates and performs the shipping of all pathology related specimens, including slides, blocks, and wet tissues, to the appropriate designated facility. • May perform tissue trimming according to established guidelines. • Maintains proficiency in all appropriate designated departmental SOPs with knowledge of lab processes. • Maintains a clean, GLP-compliant lab and ensures all logbooks are reviewed and correct, and maintains laboratory equipment according to applicable SOPs. • Performs calibration or validation activities applicable to specialized equipment. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Technical Competencies: Qualifications & Technical Competencies • HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred. • Two years histology experience required, with one year experience with plastic procedures preferred. • Associate’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences or related discipline, with a degree in histology, or curriculum that includes hands-on histology techniques is preferred. Working Conditions: Working Conditions • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to sharp objects, toxic or caustic chemicals, and a variety of livestock, domestic and laboratory animals. The employee is occasionally exposed to fluoroscopy and biohazards such as blood borne pathogens and zoonotic diseases. • The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; talk or hear; and work/type at a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is regularly required to use hand-held cutting knives and blades for precise cutting of materials. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and up to 75 pounds with assistance. Employee may be required to view computer monitors, look through microscopes and stand for extended periods of time. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Pay Range Minimum: $37,000.00 Pay Range Target: $54,000.00 Pay Frequency: Annual Please Note: Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company. NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws. NAMSA was founded on the principals of delivering quality customer service, conducting ourselves with integrity, respect for one another, open communication and collaboration. Whether you have a background in Laboratory Science, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Engineering, or Sales & Business, NAMSA offers exciting opportunities to align with your expertise.

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