Pathology Laboratory Assistant

AdventHealth; Town of La Grange (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Illinois is seeking a Laboratory Associate to coordinate and schedule autopsy procedures, assist with clinical specimen collection, processing for pathology services, and handling of cassettes and slides. You will perform clerical duties, ensure safety policies, and support staff in a fast-paced lab environment.

The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, familiarity with laboratory systems, and strong communication with patients, families, and hospital staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Up-to-date knowledge of laboratory instrument management.
• Ability to interact in a team environment, promoting a collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
• Up-to-date knowledge of specimen fixatives and container types.
• Up-to-date knowledge of pathology laboratory tests and ordering processes.
• Ability to process pathology specimens with appropriate use of hospital and laboratory information systems.
• Ability to accession specimens, evaluate samples for proper submission, and document issues.
• Ability to track and restock inventory.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules autopsy procedures.
• Assists with clinical specimen collection and processing activities.
• Receives, identifies, accessions, processes, batches, and transports specimens in-house and to offsite locations for pathology services.
• Performs clerical duties, including answering phones, data entry, and document filing.
• Maintains knowledge of safety policies, including PPE usage, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Assists laboratory management with special projects and teaching new staff and students.

Job description

Our Promise to You

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits.

Schedule

Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD City: LA GRANGE State: Illinois Postal Code: 60525 Job Description: Schedule: 40 hours; Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Job Description

Coordinates and schedules autopsy procedures. Assists with clinical specimen collection and processing activities. Receives, identifies, accessions, processes, batches, and transports specimens in-house and to offsite locations for pathology services. Performs clerical duties, including answering phones, data entry, and document filing. Maintains knowledge of safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates subject matter expertise in pathology-related duties and workflows. Assists laboratory management with special projects and teaching new staff and students. Transports hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area, completing required training for proper handling and transport. Other duties as assigned. Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, troubleshooting and supports education to clinical staff. Orders, receives, processes, and labels pathology laboratory specimens. Prepares, assigns, and delivers pathology slides to pathologists. Cleans and disinfects the work area and equipment. Manages supply inventories and ensures availability for use.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology [Required]


• Up-to-date knowledge of laboratory instrument management [Required]


• Ability to interact in a team environment, promoting a collaborative environment [Required]


• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]


• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]


• Up-to-date knowledge of specimen fixatives and container types [Required]


• Up-to-date knowledge of pathology laboratory tests and ordering processes [Required]


• Ability to process pathology specimens with appropriate use of hospital and laboratory information systems [Required]


• Ability to accession specimens, evaluate samples for proper submission, and document issues [Required]


• Ability to track and restock inventory, as appropriate [Required]


• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English [Required]


• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience

• 1+ experience in advent health lab [Preferred]


• 1+ relevant healthcare experience [Required]

Licenses and Certifications

• Medical Lab Associate (MLA-ASCP) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$18.69 - $29.91

Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Mission

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.