Pathology Lab Support Specialist

U.S. Dermatology Partners; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Dermatology Partners is seeking a Laboratory Administrative Support person to assist the Pathology Laboratory with administrative duties, specimen triage, and tissue setup for examination.

The role involves maintaining patient files, requisitions, slides, and QC documentation, while ensuring proper specimen labeling and identification throughout the process. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of medical terminology, basic CPT/ICD-10 coding familiarity, and proficiency with Microsoft

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic knowledge of medical billing coding (CPT/ICD-10) preferred.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude and reliability.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with good grammar and spelling.

Responsibilities

• Triages and accession histologic specimens with proper patient information.
• Maintains patient files, requisitions, blocks, slides and ancillary testing paperwork.
• Sets up tissue for examination and maintains specimen identification throughout processes.
• Operates and maintains lab instruments per established protocols and documents performance.
• Prepares reagents and records quality control data.
• Assists in the histology lab on high-volume days.
• Adheres to OSHA, universal precautions and HIPAA guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication in English

Grammar and spelling accuracy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

EMR system

Job description

U.S. Dermatology Partners is seeking a Laboratory Administrative Support person to assist the Pathology Laboratory with administrative duties, specimen triage, and tissue setup for examination.

The role involves maintaining patient files, requisitions, slides, and QC documentation, while ensuring proper specimen labeling and identification throughout the process. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of medical terminology, basic CPT/ICD-10 coding familiarity, and proficiency with Microsoft