Specimen Processor Histology

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay

Job summary

University Hospitals seeks a detail‑oriented Specimen Processor Histology to support the anatomic pathology workflow. You will accessions specimens, perform processing, and help maintain PHI security and policy adherence in a hospital laboratory setting.

The role emphasizes organization, reliability, and teamwork in handling specimens and equipment. High school diploma or GED is required, with an associate degree preferred; prior medical lab experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Accessions specimens for cytology and/or surgical pathology.
• Performs specimen processing for further workup in the anatomic pathology laboratory.
• Triages specimens within the department.
• Maintains equipment, re-stocks supplies and reagents.
• Recognition and preliminary resolution of problem cases.
• Performs miscellaneous maintenance tasks within the department.

Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain PHI for our patients.

Education

High School or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Specimen Processor Histology (260005GK)

Specimen Processor Histology - ( 260005GK )

Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:

Competitive hourly rate +$1 per hourincentive pay

A Brief Overview

Assists the anatomic pathology lab by performing pre-analytic, post-analytic, and support functions.

What You Will Do

• Accessions specimens for cytology and/or surgical pathology.
• Performs specimen processing for further workup in the anatomic pathology laboratory.
• Triages specimens within the department.
• Maintains equipment, re-stocks supplies and reagents.
• Recognition and preliminary resolution of problem cases.
• Performs miscellaneous maintenance tasks within the department.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
• Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Work Experience

• Previous Medical Laboratory experience or strong science background (Preferred)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%