Histology Assistant

Trinity Health • Mason City, IA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Supports the histology gross room and histology department in accessioning surgical specimens and biopsies, registration of reference lab histology specimens, inventory control, technical and clerical support. Accessions surgical pathology specimens and biopsies in the Anatomic Pathology Information System. In doing so, chooses appropriate part type based on specimen description and interprets physician’s hand written diagnosis. Selects and labels correct color and number of cassette for specimen type. Labels with appropriate case number. Enters extra billing charge if additional part is in the same container as another part type. Unpacks reference lab specimens and registers them in the hospital registration system with accuracy, differentiating billing scenarios for client and insurance types. Links patient medical record numbers as related to pathology specimen accessions and past patient history on the pathology information system. Compiles night batches for histology. Ability to problem solve a variety of situations related to histology accessioning including but not limited to part types, encounter issues, date or name discrepancies. Files histology and cytology slides. Assists with inventory control and cost containment as related to supplies in histology, the gross room, and morgue. Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements. Assists pathologist in frozen sections, including staining of slides, and performs Histology support tasks as assigned. Answers phone calls and, when indicated, transfers phone calls to the appropriate section of the laboratory. Communicates with and performs duties following MercyOne - North Iowa Medical Center Guiding Behaviors. Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment. Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, philosophy and values of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. Performs other responsibilities as requested by Pathologist, Path Assistant, Regional Laboratory Manager, Histology Lead Tech, Clinical Lab Director.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medical terminology or must be willing to obtain within 6 months from hire.
• Six months experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Medical assistant diploma is preferred.
• Educational transcript is required for verification.

Responsibilities

• Accessions surgical pathology specimens and biopsies in the Anatomic Pathology Information System.
• Chooses appropriate part type based on specimen description and interprets physician’s hand written diagnosis.
• Selects and labels correct color and number of cassette for specimen type.
• Labels with appropriate case number.
• Enters extra billing charge if additional part is in the same container as another part type.
• Unpacks reference lab specimens and registers them in the hospital registration system with accuracy, differentiating billing scenarios for client and insurance types.
• Links patient medical record numbers as related to pathology specimen accessions and past patient history on the pathology information system.
• Compiles night batches for histology.
• Files histology and cytology slides.
• Assists with inventory control and cost containment as related to supplies in histology, the gross room, and morgue.
• Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements.
• Assists pathologist in frozen sections, including staining of slides, and performs Histology support tasks as assigned.
• Answers phone calls and, when indicated, transfers phone calls to the appropriate section of the laboratory.
• Communicates with and performs duties following MercyOne - North Iowa Medical Center Guiding Behaviors.
• Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures.
• Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
• Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, philosophy and values of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center.
• Performs other responsibilities as requested by Pathologist, Path Assistant, Regional Laboratory Manager, Histology Lead Tech, Clinical Lab Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED