Anatomic Pathology Assistant

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position would have the primary responsibility for performing frozen microtomy on surgical specimens obtained from the various surgical facilities located within TriHealth (GSH, BN, Evendale, Anderson, Butler and any other additional facilities that may be added to the corporate network.) In addition to frozen sections, this position would be responsible for assisting with cytology procedures at any or all of the TriHealth facilities listed above. Assisting would consist of --staining slides and/or preparing specimens for send-out. This position has the following responsibilities: assist the pathologists, pathologist assistants, and histotechnologists in all related duties in Surgical Pathology; make and receive to/from customers of TriHealth; serve as a laboratory liaison for a variety of TriHealth customers; gather necessary data for service and billing; completes paperwork that meets compliance set by OIG which includes the accurate interpretation and transcription of physician orders and LIS/HIS order entry. At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: Serve: ALWAYS… • Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello" • Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist • Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas Excel: ALWAYS… • Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met • Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators) • Work on improving quality, safety, and service Respect: ALWAYS… • Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences. • Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role. • Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests. Value: ALWAYS… • Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating. • Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe. • Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste. Engage: ALWAYS… • Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions. • Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition. Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!

Requirements

1 year post High School Education in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, or Chemistry, or 2 years of experience in pathology performing frozen microtomy and fine needle aspirate preparation. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
1-2 years' experience Clinical in pathology

Responsibilities

Assist the pathologists, pathologist assistants, and histotechnologists in all related duties in Surgical Pathology
Make and receive to/from customers of TriHealth
Serve as a laboratory liaison for a variety of TriHealth customers
Gather necessary data for service and billing
Completes paperwork that meets compliance set by OIG which includes the accurate interpretation and transcription of physician orders and LIS/HIS order entry
Overall Procedure Knowledge / Quality Assurance Knowledge -including documentation as needed
Judgment Skills/Problem Solving Skills
Complex Assignments Received / Delegated / Completed
Accuracy / Quality / Completeness of Work
Ability to Prioritize / Organize / Handle Quantity of Work