Anatomic Pathology Support Technician Histology-

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Cleveland is seeking an Anatomic Pathology Support Technician Histology to process and prepare tissue slides.

You will register specimens, perform sectioning and staining, and help ensure rapid, accurate diagnoses while maintaining PHI and adhering to UH policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in a similar lab setting, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and LIS systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree in a science-related field preferred.
• 2+ years in a similar histology/lab role required.
• Prior histology or medical lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and describe tissue specimens and prepare slides.
• Register and accessions specimens for diagnosis, maintain turnaround times.
• Perform tissue sectioning and staining for histology.
• Support laboratory functions and client communication.
• Maintain PHI compliance and assist with equipment and supplies.

Skills

Histology techniques

Medical terminology

Laboratory information systems

Microsoft Word/Excel

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in science

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Job description

Job Description - Anatomic Pathology Support Technician Histology- (260009DG)

Anatomic Pathology Support Technician Histology- - ( 260009DG )

A Brief Overview

Anatomic Pathology Support Technician is responsible for processing, describing, dissecting small tissue specimens and preparing slides for rapid diagnosis. This position receives, registers, and interprets medical information accurately to perform data entry and technical assessment of specimen integrity. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment with fluids to identify Microbiology and/or Cytology, fixed tissues-Histology, or fresh- ALL intraoperative specimens to which requires adequacy or assessment by a Pathologist. This position is responsible for technical preparation of the assessment: touch preps, frozen sectioning, and staining. Specialized patient testing preparation/data entry required. Excellent analytical and communication skills are required to direct or provide information to clients, clinicians, or hospital divisions which will directly impact patient care. Maintains equipment and supplies as needed. Responsible for receipt, distribution, and return of patient pathology slides within the UH system. Position requires participation in regional float pool (as needed).

What You Will Do

• Provides service to Clients, Patients, and Hospital Divisions. Answers phones, reports results, and assists clients (20%) Competency #7
• Registers and Accessions Surgical and Cytology specimens for diagnosis, maintains specimen TAT and Integrity (40%) Competency #4
• Sections tissue samples and stains slides for Frozen section histological diagnosis (15%) Competency #6
• Assists with laboratory support functions (15%) Competency #5
• Miscellaneous duties (10%) Competency #7

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
• Associate's Degree in a science related field (Preferred)

Work Experience

• 2+ years Of experience in a similar position and can demonstrate proficiency of all skills in that level. (Required) and
• Prior histology lab experience (Preferred)
• Previous Medical Laboratory experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Lab equipment maintenance (Preferred proficiency)
• Microsoft Office skills in Word and Excel (Required proficiency)
• Customer service skills (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of medical terminology (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of pathology terminology (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of pathology lab testing including reflex pathways for anatomic pathology. (Required proficiency)
• Computer skills essential; knowledge of laboratory information systems (Preferred proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Medical Lab Technician (MLT-ASCP) MLT/HT (Preferred)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs