Digital Processing Technician – Pathology, Histology

Ohio State University Physicians; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University Physicians seeks a Digital Processing Technician to support the Histology Laboratory by preparing and organizing microscopy slides for digital scanning, matching slides with documents, and directing materials to pathologists.

You will use Beaker and other databases, collaborate with pathology teams, and ensure accuracy, safety, and HIPAA compliance in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or higher preferred in medical laboratory technology or biological science or equivalent.
• Experience with laboratory information systems (Beaker, EPIC/IHIS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, clean, label, and quality-check microscopy slides for digital scanning.
• Process and track pathology specimens and requests with accurate documentation.
• Match slides with paperwork and maintain specimen integrity through all stages.
• Perform slide scanning support activities, including loading/unloading slides and reviewing scans.
• Package, transport, receive, and distribute specimens and laboratory materials.
• Use Beaker and other databases to document and track cases and specimens.
• Collaborate with pathologists, histology staff, and laboratory teams to support diagnostic needs.
• Maintain equipment and ensure a safe, organized, compliant work environment.
• Adhere to safety, confidentiality, QA, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

HIPAA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in medical laboratory technology or biological science

Tools

Beaker

EPIC/IHIS

EMR

PACS

Job description

Overview

Join our innovative Digital Pathology team and play a vital role in supporting high-quality patient care. As aDigital Processing Technician, you will prepare and manage pathology specimens and slides for digital scanning, ensure accurate specimen tracking, and collaborate with pathologists and laboratory staff to maintain efficient, precise, and compliant laboratory operations. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and enjoy working with technology and healthcare professionals, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

About us

With over 100 cutting-edge outpatient center locations, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative work environment, our buckeye team includes more than 1,800 nurses, medical assistants, physicians, advanced practice providers, administrative support staff, IT specialists, financial specialists and leaders that all play an important part. As an employee of OSUP, you'll be an integral part of a team committed to advancing healthcare, education, and professional growth.

Our culture

At OSUP, we foster a culture grounded in the values of inclusion, empathy, sincerity, and determination. We meet our teams where they are, coming together to serve each other and our community.

Our benefits

We know that having options and robust benefit plans are important to you. OSUP prioritizes the wellbeing of our team and that’s why we offer our employees a flexible, competitive benefit package. In addition to medical, dental, vision, health reimbursement accounts, flexible spending accounts, and retirement, we also offer an employee assistance program, paid time off, holidays, and a wellness program designed to support our employees so they can live their best lives. As an OSUP employee, you will be eligible for these various benefits depending on your employment status.

Responsibilities

Purpose: The Digital Processing Technician provides high-quality support and customer service within the Histology Laboratory. This role involves the preparation, organization, and processing of microscopy slides for scanning, as well as accurately matching slides with documentation and directing materials to appropriate pathologists and laboratory personnel. Responsibilities include responding to requests for diagnostic pathology specimens, gathering required information, verifying request appropriateness, and ensuring proper approvals for specimen use from both on-site and off-site sources. The position also requires precise tracking of specimens and projects utilizing Beaker and other database systems while maintaining consistent collaboration with pathologists and related departments, including Histology and Surgical Pathology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, organize, clean, label, and quality-check microscopy slides for digital scanning.
• Process and track pathology specimens and requests, ensuring accurate documentation and timely handling.
• Match slides with corresponding paperwork and maintain specimen integrity through all stages of processing and transport.
• Perform slide scanning support activities, including loading/unloading slides and reviewing scanned images for quality.
• Package, transport, receive, and distribute specimens, slides, and laboratory materials according to established procedures.
• Utilize laboratory information systems (Beaker, EPIC/IHIS, and other databases) to document, track, and manage cases and specimens.
• Collaborate with pathologists, histology staff, and other laboratory teams to support diagnostic and operational needs.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks, and ensure a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Adhere to all safety, confidentiality, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements while providing exceptional customer service and support.
• Assist with inventory management, documentation, problem resolution, and other departmental projects and operational activities as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferences:

• Associates degree or higher preferred in medical laboratory technology or biological science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High levelof interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Analytical ability and critical thinking to gather and interpret data and develop, recommend, and implement solutions.
• Ability tomaintainand seek new knowledge related toevidenced-based practice, patient care issues, quality improvement, cost reduction, and current policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Stays current with knowledge and technicalskills within Histology and Pathology.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR), PACS, documentation standards, and patient confidentiality (HIPAA).
• Understands electronic equipment and computerized lab equipment.
• Demonstrates discipline-specific technical skills.

Pay Range

USD $15.35 - USD $23.08 /Hr.