Histology Technical Assistant

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories•Dayton, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Histology Technical Assistant performs support functions in the histology laboratory, including specimen handling and preparation, data entry, and assisting pathology staff and histotechnologists with daily duties. The role is based in the Histology Department at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. It is a full-time day-shift position, scheduled from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with an every-sixth-Saturday rotation. The starting pay is $17.00 per hour. The position involves using the AP computer system and Epic, limited use of laboratory instrumentation under manager supervision, and preliminary setup for specimen grossing by a pathology assistant or pathologist. The assistant handles client questions courteously and follows department procedures, quality and safety regulations, and applicable company, department, and regulatory policies. Other duties may be assigned. The laboratory environment includes exposure to biohazardous materials and hazardous chemicals. The role requires following safety, ergonomic, health, and PPE protocols and completing required safety training and health evaluations. Physical activities include lifting and carrying items, repetitive short-distance walking, and working effectively in noisy environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong interpersonal skills with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
Ability to demonstrate organization, critical thinking, problem-solving, judgment, and initiative.
Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds for 50 yards and lift up to 25 pounds from floor level to approximately 5 feet.
Ability to perform repetitive short-distance walking and work effectively in noisy environments.
Ability to work with exposure to biohazardous materials and hazardous chemicals while following required safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory experience is preferred but not required.
Keyboarding skills and medical terminology are helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform data entry in the AP computer system.
Use all required menu pathways in Epic and the AP computer system for assigned job functions.
Use laboratory instrumentation in a limited fashion under manager supervision.
Perform preliminary setup for a pathology assistant or pathologist to conduct specimen grossing.
Handle client-related questions and concerns courteously and efficiently, following department policies and procedures.
Handle specimens in accordance with quality and safety regulations to ensure accurate histologic test results.
Comply with company, department, and regulatory policies and procedures, including compliance and safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned to contribute to the organization's effectiveness.
Follow safety, ergonomic, health, and PPE policies and protocols; complete required safety training and health evaluations on time.
Identify and correct safety hazards and promote safety awareness.