Histology Support Service Specialist

3710 Paulding Medical Center, Inc.

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar is seeking a Histology Support Service Specialist to join their team. The role involves working under the general supervision of the Histology/Cytology Manager and direct supervision of the Coor Cytology. Responsibilities include data entry of patient information, preparation and processing of cytology and pathology specimens, clerical duties, and managing send-out processes. The specialist will confirm and distribute completed cases, handle filing, retrieve requests, maintain department inventory, and ensure proper storage and disposal of specimens according to regulatory policies. Wellstar's mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person they serve, valuing contributions and ideas, and fostering an environment of compassion and excellence.

Requirements

High School Diploma General
Minimum 1 year job-related experience
General knowledge of lab techniques and principles
Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting abilities
Cytology and Histology training
Histology and Cytology Safety Regulartory knowledge
Anatomical Pathology computer training
Must have absolute integrity in the tasks performed
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Good organizational skills

Responsibilities

Accurately register/accession patient data and speciment information into Anatomic Pathology computer system
Verifies the identification of specimens and patients as they are received into the lab for evaluation
Research and document discrepancies involving patient identification and specimen labeling
Performs cytology and pathology preparation on patient samples
Performs sendout duties on patient specimens, enter clerical and billing charges, packaging and tracking
Retrieve surgical specimens from operating room and GI Lab at scheduled times per facility, as applicable
Accompany nursing staff and security to morgue for fetal demise log in to ensure proper identification and verigy the consent for final disposition and examination form is complete and present. Per facility, as applicable
Coordinate fetal disposition / cremation with nursing staff, Bereavement Coordinator, and funeral home (s). Per facility, as applicable
Knowledge of cytology instrumentation and ability to troubleshoot
Retrieve and update accessioning and sendouts logs from the laboratory computer system
Enter sendout test charges as well as Intraoperative consultation charges
Have complete understanding and knowledge of Copath histology billing which includes but not limited to frozen section, OR Consult, etc.
Check pending log and confirm specimens are received daily
Document and resolve any quality control and assurance issues and inform supervisor
Performs maintenance check on department equipment and document accordingly
Print patient reports and prepared Reference lab requisitions to sendout for consultation accurately
Have a basice knowledge of cost management involving reagents, and efficiency, without compromising patient quality
Follow all regulartory policies including but not limited to OSHA, CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, etc. for safety proper handling and disposal of chemicals and pathologic waste
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct