Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Digital Imaging

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for the Digital Imaging team in the Digital Pathology department. The role involves preparing and processing microscopy slides for scanning, and coordinating with pathologists and pathology staff.

You will record specimens in Beaker and other databases, ensure proper approvals for use of diagnostic specimens, and support clinical care, trials, and research efforts.

Qualifications

• High school education is required.
• Associate degree or higher in medical laboratory technology or biological science preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process microscopy slides for scanning.
• Direct materials to pathologists and pathology staff.
• Respond to requests for diagnostic specimens from investigators and external offices.
• Record specimens/projects using Beaker and other databases.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher in medical laboratory technology or biology

Tools

Beaker

Job description

## Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Digital ImagingApplylocations: Health System Shared Servicestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R152470Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Digital Imaging## Department:James | Digital Pathology**Scope of Position** :The Digital Pathology Department provides continuity of care for patients of OSUWMC as it relates to surgical pathology cases that are performed at OSUWMC. As well as cases that originate at outside institutions and are now being referred for secondary review at OSUWMC. These services support clinical care, clinical trials, and research activities of OSUWMC physicians as relates to surgical pathology specimens and Digital Pathology Services. **Position Summary:**The Digital Processing Technician provides high quality customer service for the Department of Pathology. This position involves the preparation and processing of microscopy slides for scanning, as well as directing of materials to the appropriate pathologists and other pathology personnel. Responds to requests for diagnostic pathology specimens from investigators in Pathology and OSU Wexner Medical Center, Digital Pathology Scan Center, OSU Clinical Trials Office, pathology support staff and attorney offices and other outside requests.This position will respond to requests and gathers all necessary information for processing of requests; monitors and validates the appropriateness of individuals requesting material; ensures proper approval for use of diagnostic specimens, specimen obtained from banked on site and off site locations. The Processing Technician will record specimens/ projects utilizing Beaker and other databases for tracking various stages of completion. This position does interact with pathologists and collaborates with other pathology services i.e. Histology, Surgical Pathology on a daily. The Digital Processing Technician reports to the Manager Digital Pathology and takes direction from the Lead Digital Processing Technician.**Minimum Qualifications****For Hire:** High school education required; Associates degree or higher preferred in medical laboratory technology or biological science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.**On going**: Meets minimum continuing education requirements; meets health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.## Additional Information:## Location:Ackerman Rd, 680 (2434)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.