Path Lab Tech

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is hiring a Pathology Technician - Histology for the evening shift in Des Moines, IA. You will perform gross descriptions, dissection, and histology specimen preparation under pathologist supervision, while maintaining the morgue and assisting with autopsies and frozen sections.

You will log patients in Epic, ensure accurate specimen data, and support LEAN processes. A science degree with required coursework and strong MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field or education equivalent that includes 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology or 24 semester hours of science with chemistry/biology coursework.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Good hand-eye coordination and basic medical terminology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross description and dissection of simple surgical specimens and prepare/fix semi-complex specimens.
• Process cytology specimens under supervision.
• Maintain morgue equipment and supplies; assist with autopsies and frozen sections.
• Register patients in Epic and log specimen information accurately.
• Coordinate with resolution dept to fix discrepancies in specimen data.
• Maintain supply inventories and support LEAN principles.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Hand-eye coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in science-related field

Job description

Description

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Pathology Technician - Histology.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening Shift

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a pathologist or pathologist’s assistant, performs gross description and specimen dissection of simple surgical specimens and prepares/fixes semi-complex surgical specimens.
• Processes cytology specimens under supervision of cytotechnologists.
• Performs instrument maintenance according to established protocols.
• Assists pathologist and pathologist’s assistants in performance of autopsies, and frozen sections.
• Responsible for the maintenance and functionality of the morgue.
• Registers patients in Epic.
• Identifies and logs specimens with incorrect, discrepant, or missing information, and resolves in partnership with the resolution department.
• Monitor pending logs and resolve outstanding orders in a timely manner.
• Discards surgical tissue according to policy.
• Files slides and blocks.
• Assists with training new employees.
• Maintains supply inventories.
• Supports and utilizes LEAN principles and standard work.

Schedule

M-F 1230p-9p no weekends or holidays

General Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a science-related field OR education equivalent that includes the following:
  • 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR
  • 24 semester hours of science courses that include 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 hours of biology and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills required.
  • Good hand-eye coordination.
  • Working knowledge of basic medical terminology.

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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.