Histology Lab Assistant, Second Shift

WellStar Health System; United States; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wellstar Health System in Georgia seeks an experienced Cytology/Histology support technician. You will register patient data, prepare cytology and pathology specimens, and manage sendout processes while maintaining accurate billing entries.

You will handle specimen retrieval and ensure accurate labeling and tracking throughout processing. Daily responsibilities include coordinating with nursing and pathology staff, following safety regulations, and maintaining inventory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• General knowledge of lab techniques and principles.
• Cytology and Histology training.
• Regulatory knowledge: OSHA, CLIA, CAP.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsabilités

• Register and verify patient data in the Anatomic Pathology system.
• Prepare cytology and pathology specimens.
• Perform sendout duties and enter charges.
• Retrieve surgical specimens from operating rooms as scheduled.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of specimens per safety policies.

Connaissances

Lab techniques

Instrument maintenance

Cytology & Histology training

Safety regulatory knowledge

Anatomical Pathology computer training

Independent work

Organizational skills

Formation

High school diploma

Outils

Laboratory computer system

Description du poste

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Evening (United States of America)

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Histology/Cytology Manager, Wellstar Health System Laboratory and direct supervision of the Coor Cytology, responsibilities include but not limited to data entry of patient information, preparation and processing of cytology specimens (GYN and NON)GYN) and/or pathology specimens, clerical duties, send out processes, etc Confirm and distribute completed surgical and cytology cases that have been accessioned, filing (slides/blocks/reports), retrieiving tumor and consult requests, and have full knowledge of regulartory policies. Maintain department inventory with adequate supplies, cytology and surgical specimens are stored properly and discarded within regulartory safety guidelines.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• CYTOLOGY AND SURGICAL PATHOLOGY PREPARATION:
  • Accurately register/accession patient data and speciment information into Anatomic Pathology computer system.
  • Verifies the identification of specimens and patients as they are received into the lab for evaluation.
  • Research and document discrepancies involving patient identification and specimen labeling.
  • Performs cytology and pathology preparation on patient samples
  • Performs sendout duties on patient specimens, enter clerical and billing charges, packaging and tracking.
  • Retrieve surgical specimens from operating room and GI Lab at scheduled times per facility, as applicable.
  • Accompany nursing staff and security to morgue for fetal demise log in to ensure proper identification and verigy the consent for final disposition and examination form is complete and present. Per facility, as applicable.
  • Coordinate fetal disposition / cremation with nursing staff, Bereavement Coordinator, and funeral home (s). Per facility, as applicable.
• PATHOLOGY COMPUTER, PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUMENTATION:
  • Knowledge of cytology instrumentation and ability to troubleshoot.
  • Retrieve and update accessioning and sendouts logs from the laboratory computer system.
  • Enter sendout test charges as well as Intraoperative consultation charges.
  • Have complete understanding and knowledge of Copath histology billing which includes but not limited to frozen section, OR Consult, etc.
  • Check pending log and confirm specimens are received daily.
• QUALITY MANAGEMENT:
  • Document and resolve any quality control and assurance issues and inform supervisor.
  • Performs maintenance check on department equipment and document accordingly.
  • Print patient reports and prepared Reference lab requisitions to sendout for consultation accurately.
  • Have a basice knowledge of cost management involving reagents, and efficiency, without compromising patient quality.
  • Follow all regulartory policies including but not limited to OSHA, CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, etc. for safety proper handling and disposal of chemicals and pathologic waste.
• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• High school diploma Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Additional License(s) and Certification(s)

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 year job-related experience

Required Minimum Skills

• General knowledge of lab techniques and principles, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting abilities. Cytology and Histology training, Histology and Cytology Safety Regulartory knowledge, Anatomical Pathology computer training.
• Must have absolute integrity in the tasks performed and the ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Must have good organizational skills.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life - and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.