Histology & Cytology Technician, 5K Sign on Bonus

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a laboratory support professional to coordinate workflow in grossing and processing areas and supervise the transport of lab supplies, equipment, and specimens. The role emphasizes accurate handling of specimens, adherence to regulatory guidelines, and effective communication with staff, patients, and caregivers.

Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, with AA degree or two years of college being highly desirable, and a minimum of one

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• AA degree or completion of 2 years of college coursework is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a laboratory is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills (Word and Excel) are required.
• Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills are required.
• Knowledge of biohazardous specimens is required.
• ASCP Certification is encouraged.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates workflow in grossing and processing areas.
• Ensures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment, and specimens.
• Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
• Communicates effectively with NMHS staff, patients, family members and customers.
• Attends CARES training and ensures proper service recovery for patients/caregivers.
• Works as part of a team with Pathology and NMHS employees.
• Assists with meeting department goals and documentation of instrument maintenance and quality control.
• Assists with training of new employees and participates in continuing education.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Effective communication

Proficient computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Biohazardous specimen handling

Education

High school diploma

AA degree / 2 years college

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Posting Description We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. Supervision

• Coordinates work flow of grossing and processing areas

Distribution and Transportation

• Assures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens
• Follows all laws and regulations in the processing and transportation of laboratory specimens

Specimen Handling & Processing

• Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
• Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens

Communication

• Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers

Customer Service

• Uses AIDET as applicable
• Attends CARES training.
• When necessary, assures proper service recovery is done for patients and/or caregivers.
• Answers telephone in an polite and efficient manner

Employee Relations

• Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees

Reporting/Recordkeeping

• Assists with meeting goals of department Performance Improvement initiatives
• Assures appropriate documentation of all required instrument monthly maintenance and quality control

Education

• Assists with training of new employees
• Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills
• Stays abreast of regulatory changes

Regulation

• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
• Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues
• Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) standards

Job Knowledge

• High school diploma; required
• A.A. degree or completion of 2 years of college coursework; highly desirable
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in laboratory; preferred
• Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required
• Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
• Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
• ASCP Certification: encouraged
• Strong interpersonal skills; required