Histology Support Services Specialist - Lagrange, GA

4610 West Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Cytology/Histology support professional to enter patient data, prepare cytology and pathology specimens, and manage sendouts. Responsibilities include verifying specimen identities and coordinating with nursing staff for proper disposition, while maintaining inventory and following safety guidelines.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, regulatory compliance (OSHA, CLIA, CAP, JCAHO), and independent work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• General lab techniques and instrumentation knowledge.
• Cytology and histology training and safety regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Accession and register patient data into the pathology system.
• Prepare cytology and pathology specimens and perform sendouts.
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper handling and disposal of specimens.
• Document quality control issues and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Lab data entry

Cytology preparation

Histology knowledge

Integrity

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Anatomic Pathology computer system

Copath histology billing

Job description

Work Shift Day (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 / GED General, required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

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

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.