Histology Lab Assistant

Hendrick Medical Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Medical Center is seeking a Histology Lab Assistant to perform daily lab and clerical duties in the Anatomic Pathology department. The role includes transcribing pathologists' dictations, tracking specimens sent to external labs, and coordinating case paperwork and slides for delivery to pathologists.

Additional duties involve answering phones, preparing documents, collaborating with lab staff, and supporting pathologists and the lab director in various tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• One year previous experience in the medical field with a strong background in medical terminology.
• Experience in medical transcription is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and transcribe dictations from pathologists.
• Process and track pathology material sent to outside labs for testing.
• Coordinate surgical, cytological, and bone marrow case paperwork and slides for delivery to pathologist.
• Answer phones, prepare documents, and assist pathologists and lab director as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Medical transcription

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Histology Lab Assistant performs the daily activities of various lab and clerical duties in the Anatomic Pathology department. Key responsibilities include transcribing dictations from pathologists, processing and tracking pathology material being sent to other labs for additional testing, coordinating surgical, cytological, and bone marrow case paperwork and slides for delivery to pathologist, and working closely with physicians and hospital staff. Other duties include answering phones, preparing documents, working
with other lab personnel, and assisting the pathologists and lab director in other various duties.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school or equivalent

Required Licenses/Certifications

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• One year previous experience in the medical field with a strong background in medical terminology
• Experience in medical transcription is preferred