Pathology Technician - Full Time - Day Shift - West Penn

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Registers and accessions all specimens delivered to Pathology. Examines specimens with gross description. Maintains supplies, instruments in the gross room. Performs proper handling, storage and disposal of all waste tissue and chemicals.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Registers and accessions specimens into laboratory information system (LIS) accurately and efficiently to ensure proper testing and charging of patient account while verifying accurate patient identification on specimen requisition, container and LIS and investigating and correcting discrepancies per network policy. (45%)
• Examines and prepares biopsy and routine specimens for microscopic evaluation by providing gross description of each case as defined in the surgical pathology manual. (45%)
• Performs proper handling, storage and disposal of all surgical and autopsy tissue while adhering to the regulatory and compliance standards regarding biohazard and safety. (5%)
• Assists with ordering departmental supplies and maintaining adequate stock. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Associate's degree in Laboratory Science OR obtain within one (1) year of hire
• 1 year with grossing anatomical terminology knowledge

Preferred

• General computer skills with understanding of a lab information system
   

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