Pathology Lab Assistant (57625)

United Digestive; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pathology Lab Assistant to join their team in Alpharetta. In this role, you'll be responsible for organizing and prepping slides, maintaining documentation, and ensuring the quality of lab operations. This position requires a high school diploma or GED along with a working knowledge of biology and chemistry. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment where your organizational and communication skills will shine. If you're passionate about contributing to patient care through laboratory excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; knowledge of biology, chemistry, histology, immunology, and math.
• 1 year of clinical experience in the pathology setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains diagnostic viability of specimens and ensures correct labeling.
• Prepares specimen cassettes and organizes slides for distribution.
• Participates in continuing education and maintains lab equipment.

Skills

Biology

Chemistry

Histology

Immunology

Mathematics

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: United Digestive Pathology Services - Alpharetta, GA

Position Type: PRN

Education Level: High School or GED

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: As needed for business requirements.

Job Category: Ancillary Services

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The Pathology Lab Assistant is responsible for organizing, and prepping slides; as well as maintaining proper documentation, equipment and supplies needed for the pathology lab.

REPORTS TO: Pathology Lab Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens received, and ensures correct labeling of all materials
• Completes sorting and accessioning of pathology specimens
• Initiates daily grossing log (To include patient name, accession#, and slide protocol notes)
• Prepares specimen cassettes for each specimen
• Prepares and organizes slides for distribution to the Pathologist
• Identifies problems and brings to the attention of more senior laboratory staff. Troubleshoots with supervision
• Responding to endoscopy center and physician requests related to pathology
• Filing and inventorying patient slides and blocks
• Managing lab supply inventory
• Maintaining lab equipment through upkeep, quality control checks, and logs
• Participates in continuing education/in-service training sessions
• Maintains established department policies, procedures and objectives, including the areas of quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control
• Follows all CLIA, OSHA and other regulatory requirements
• Any other duties and special projects as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED required; working knowledge of biology, chemistry, histology, immunology, and mathematics is required; 1 year of clinical experience in the pathology setting preferred; 1 year of experience working with CLIA regulatory requirements is a plus. Pathology Lab Assistant must be computer literate and able to operate multiple Microsoft Office applications.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Pathology Lab Assistant must be able to:

• Communicate with patients, co-workers, physicians, and others in a courteous and professional manner, through the telephone, email, and in-person
• Must have excellent organizational skills to execute a wide variety of lab techniques accurately and expeditiously
• Work and make decisions independently, when dealing with specimens and their proper handling, based on organization guidelines/policies, laws and regulations
• Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks as delegated by UD leadership

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; ability to work 2nd and 3rd shift hours required. Travel as business needs require

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