Pathology Lab Assistant II (69953)

Paycom - ATS; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive Pathology Services in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Pathology Lab Assistant to organize and prep slides, maintain documentation, and manage supplies for the pathology lab. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of biology and chemistry, and computer literacy.

2nd/3rd shift options and travel as needed are mentioned. Responsibilities include labeling accuracy, accessioning, daily log maintenance, slide preparation, and assisting the pathologist.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; working knowledge of biology, chemistry, histology, immunology, and mathematics is required.
• 1 year of clinical pathology experience preferred; 1 year of CLIA regulatory experience is a plus.
• Must be computer literate and able to operate multiple Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintains diagnostic viability of specimens and ensures correct labeling.
• Sorts and accessiones pathology specimens.
• Initiates daily grossing log with patient name, accession#, and slide protocol notes.
• Prepares specimen cassettes and organizes slides for pathologists.
• Identifies problems and escalates to senior staff; troubleshoots with supervision.
• Responds to requests from endoscopy centers and physicians related to pathology.
• Files and inventories patient slides and blocks; manages lab supply inventory.
• Maintains lab equipment through upkeep and quality control logs.
• Participates in continuing education and in-service training.
• Follows department policies on quality assurance, safety, environment and infection control.

Skills

Communication

Org. skills

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Biology/Chemistry/Histology basics

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: United Digestive Pathology Services - Alpharetta, GA 30022, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or GED, Travel Percentage: As needed for business requirements., Job Category: Ancillary Services

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.