Pathology Lab Support Specialist — Specimen Receipt & Send-Outs

University of California- Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Job summary

University of California- Davis Health seeks a per diem Histology/Pathology support role to assist with timely specimen receipt, accessioning, preparation, and processing for analysis. Responsibilities include handling shipping, answering calls, filing, inventory, and area maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and prior lab experience, with preferred degrees in a science field and familiarity with LIS/EMR systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of specimen handling, processing, storage, and shipping requirements.
• Familiarity with LIS and EMR systems.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 60% - SPECIMEN RECEIPT & ACCESSIONING
• 20% - SEND OUTS DUTIES
• 10% - CLERICAL DUTIES
• 5% - AREA MAINTENANCE AND INVENTORY
• 5% - TRAINING/EDUCATION

Skills

Specimen handling

LIS knowledge

EMR systems

Phone etiquette

Written communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field

Tools

RL Solutions

Job description

University of California- Davis Health seeks a per diem Histology/Pathology support role to assist with timely specimen receipt, accessioning, preparation, and processing for analysis. Responsibilities include handling shipping, answering calls, filing, inventory, and area maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and prior lab experience, with preferred degrees in a science field and familiarity with LIS/EMR systems.