Pathology Laboratory Assistant

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley in Poughkeepsie, NY, is seeking a Pathology Laboratory Assistant to provide administrative support in the laboratory related to specimens and slides.

You will accession specimens, enter data in LIS, handle IHC requests, prepare slides, organize archives, and assist with QA processes. This non-exempt, onsite role requires strong organization and communication, with typical 30-40 hours weekly and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of a HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively; data entry and computer proficiency required.
• Proficiency in Medical Terminology; related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and accession pathology specimens into LIS.
• Scans specimen grossing information into LIS.
• Handles special requests for IHC staining.
• Receives shipments of returned slides and prepares them for weekly QA.
• Files slides and paperwork; prepares/labels Cytology and Histology slides daily.
• Assists in scraping histology blocks; prepares cases for second opinions and follows up on returns.
• Troubleshoots calls regarding patient specimen status and triages/faxs reports as needed.
• Generates accession logs; organises block and slide archives; unpacks supplies.
• Charges the processor weekly; performs urine dipsticks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Data entry

Computers

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:

Pathology Laboratory Assistant

Location:

Poughkeepsie NY

Division:

Pathology Laboratory

Classification

Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Laboratory Director

About Premier Medical Group:

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley is a leading multi-specialty medical practice dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care across multiple locations in New York. With over 550 employees and a strong provider network, we are committed to clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and outstanding patient experience. We strive to recruit and retain top-tier clinical and non-clinical talent that reflects our values, supports our mission, and drives our continued growth.

Summary/Primary Role:

The Pathology Laboratory Assistant will provide administrative help in the laboratory as it relates to specimens and slides.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)

• Receives and accessions pathology laboratory specimens into the laboratory interface system (LIS)
• Scans specimen grossing information into LIS
• Handles special requests for IHC staining
• Receives shipments of returned slides and prepares them for weekly QA
• Files all slides and paperwork
• Prepares/labels Cytology and Histology slides on a daily basis
• Assists in scraping histology blocks
• Prepares cases for second opinions and follows up on their return
• Troubleshoots and resolves phone calls regarding patient specimen status, as well as handling department triages and faxing reports as needed
• Generates accession logs
• Organizes and maintains block and slide archive
• Unpacks supplies
• Charges the processor weekly
• Perform urine dipsticks
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum education of a HS Diploma or equivalent
• Must possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Must have experience with data entry and computers
• Proficiency in Medical Terminology and previous related experience preferred

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Expected Hours of Work:

An Employee must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours each week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, however the expectations of the position will require an average of forty (40) hours with overtime required as scheduled. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws, while exempt employees may be required to work additional hours as necessary to fulfill their job responsibilities. Overtime requirements will be determined based on the operational needs of the organization.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity). Premier Medical Group also offers a comprehensive set of benefits to compliment the base salary. The base hourly range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00.

Travel Requirements:

None

Work Environment:

This position operates in a clinical outpatient setting and routinely involves direct interaction with patients, providers, and clinical staff. The work environment may involve exposure to infectious disease, bodily fluids, medical equipment, cleaning agents, and varying patient conditions. Standard precautions, PPE, and adherence to safety protocols are required at all times.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role:

• This is a safety-sensitive position, requiring alertness, sound judgment, and adherence to patient safety standards at all times.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and move between rooms throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting or moving supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds;
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and through electronic systems.

Additional:

This job description provides a general overview of the expectations and basic duties of the job and is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Premier Medical Group will assign additional duties and tasks that it deems necessary to meet the requirements of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is an onsite role based in the Hudson Valley, NY. No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Premier Medical Group does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.