Anatomic Pathology Technician

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh seeks an Anatomic Pathology Technician to process and allocate laboratory specimens and orders from all sources. You will verify patient and specimen identification and ensure proper registration and handling of specimens for microscopic review.

Responsibilities include preparing tissue specimens for examination, creating frozen sections for Pathologists, assisting with renal biopsies and fine-needle aspirations, and maintaining equipment and quality control

Qualifications

• 1 year of clinical laboratory experience required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Responsibilities

• Process and allocate laboratory specimens and orders.
• Verify patient and specimen identification and appropriate orders.
• Register specimens accurately in the system.
• Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic review.
• Prepare frozen sections for the Pathologist and assist with renal biopsies and fine-needle aspirations.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality control on specified equipment.

Job description

Overview

The Anatomic Pathology Technician is responsible for the processing and allocation of laboratory specimens and orders from all sources. Responsible for verification of proper patient and specimen identification, appropriateness of specimen and accompanying orders. Responsible for accurate registration of specimens. Ability to process non-gynecological and gynecological specimens for microscopic review and prepare tissue specimens for examination and diagnosis. Prepares frozen sections for the Pathologist and assists with renal biopsies and fine needle aspirate procedures. Organizes laboratory work flow and prioritizes processing and distribution of specimens. Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments, and computer systems to test request, accession, label and deliver specimens appropriately. Performs and documents routine maintenance and quality control procedures on specified equipment and troubleshoots as needed.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Not Applicable

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Experience

1 Year Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Required