Anatomic Pathology Technician

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Minneapolis is seeking an Anatomic Pathology Technician to support the Cytology laboratory at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank. This full-time, benefit-eligible role follows a Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

schedule with no weekend or holiday shifts. The APT performs prep work for high-complexity testing, collaborates with pathologists, technologists, and residents, and ensures accurate specimen labeling, tracking, and data

Qualifications

• 24 college credits with at least 12 in chemistry or biological sciences
• 24 credits plus 2 years of clinical or anatomic lab experience
• 0 to 1 year experience in a clinical or anatomic diagnostic lab
• Bone marrow collection skills for hematopathology position
• Knowledge of anatomy
• Evisceration and dissection skills
• Ability to work under stress in various situations
• Demonstrate independent judgement
• Manual dexterity
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills

Responsibilities

• Procure specimens and assist in their procurement.
• Process specimens including test setup and labeling.
• Verify specimen identity and test order accuracy.
• Enter data into LIS with correct patient demographics.
• Maintain clean and organized workspace and supply levels.
• Assist pathologists and technologists with specimen prep and sectioning.
• Operate laboratory instruments per written procedures.
• Maintain instrument maintenance records and safety protocols.
• Communicate abnormal or critical results to care providers as needed.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Strong data entry

Education

Credit hours in chemistry/biology

College coursework + 2 years lab experience

1 year clinical/lab experience

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking for an Anatomic Pathology Technician at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position, 80 hours/2 week pay period, supporting the Cytology laboratory. Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm; no weekends or holiday shifts required. The ideal candidate has work experience in a clinical or anatomic diagnostic laboratory.

The Anatomic Pathology Technician (APT) performs all work processes necessary for the preparation or procurement of specimens used for high complexity testing as defined by CLIA '88. The APT possesses knowledge of the pathology/clinical laboratories (Cytology, Cytogenetic, Hematopathology, Molecular, Histology, or Microbiology), performs routine and specialty procedures, recognizes problems, identifies basic causes, and makes corrections using established protocols. The APT processes data based on knowledge of technical and instrumental conditions affecting diagnostic test results and performs procedures within established parameters. The APT collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote customer satisfaction. The APT works independently under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists in procurement of specimens.
• Processes specimens including test setup.
• Assesses integrity of all specimens for testing/processing.
• Verifies correct identification of specimens/tissue before testing/processing.
• Follows established guidelines for determining priority of specimen testing/processing and procurement.
• Understands the organizational structure of clinics in relation to the different hospital sites.
• Communicates, in a professional manner, different collection/fixation instructions to professionals collecting specimens.
• Follows established guidelines and procedures to accession/order enter specimens/tests into the computer system
• Enters correct information required by the LIS computer system.
• Verifies patient identification, demographics, ordering physician and tests ordered
• Verifies billing.
• Errors in data entry minimal
• Performs all work processes necessary to produce specimens used for high complexity testing as defined by CLIA '88.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the pathology/clinical laboratory and performs routine and specialty procedures.
• Assists pathologists, pathology assistants, residents, and technologists in specimen preparation, tissue grossing, and frozen sections.
• Operates laboratory instrumentation and information systems according to written procedures.
• Works independently under general supervision.
• Completes specified maintenance on instruments according to written procedures.
• Documents maintenance of laboratory instruments and stains.
• Orders and maintains adequate laboratory supply volumes.
• Maintains a clean and organized working environment.
• Accurately describes the appearance of the gross specimen or other specimens upon receipt.
• Accurately time/date stamps specimens upon receipt following departmental guidelines.
• Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them.
• Identifies basic causes of problems and makes corrections using established protocols
• Initiates proper safety or emergency responses.
• Obtains assistance from supervisor or others if unable to resolve issues.
• Evaluates diagnostic preparations for quality and initiates interventions as needed.
• Microscopically reviews slides to ensure that quality diagnostic preparations are produced.
• Identifies unacceptable quality and initiates corrective action when parameters are out of compliance.
• Takes appropriate action to recheck abnormal, discrepant, or unexpected results.
• Directly communicates abnormal and critical results to care giver.
• Complies with Laboratory Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement, and Laboratory Compliance Programs.
• Documents deviations and action taken.
• Documents reagent, test kit and calibrator checks.
• Recognizes and communicates values that exceed the QC decision levels.
• Reports unresolved QC trends to supervisor.
• Complies with laboratory procedures needed for regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of laboratory policies and procedures that are based on CAP regulations, HIPAA, and JCAHO standards, as appropriate to the work setting.

Required Qualifications

• 24 credits college coursework with at least 12 credits in chemistry or biological sciences or
• 24 credits college coursework plus 2 years of clinical or anatomic laboratory experience
• 0 to 1 year experience in a clinical or anatomic diagnostic laboratory
• Bone Marrow collection skills for Hematopathology position.
• Knowledge of anatomy.
• Evisceration and dissection skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. or
• Medical Assistant Degree
• 1-2 years of experience in a clinical or anatomic diagnostic laboratory
• Medical terminology.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status