Histology Technical Assistant

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories • Dayton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Histology Technical Assistant performs support functions in the histology laboratory at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Duties include specimen handling and preparation, data entry, and assisting pathology staff and histotechnologists with daily work. The position uses laboratory instrumentation in a limited capacity under manager supervision and helps prepare cases for specimen grossing by a pathology assistant or pathologist. It is a full-time, entry-level, day-shift opportunity, scheduled from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with every sixth Saturday in rotation. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Keyboarding skills and medical terminology are helpful but not required.
• 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 the floor to approximately 5 feet.
• Ability to perform repetitive short-distance walking and work effectively in noisy environments.
• Ability to adhere to safety, ergonomic, health, and PPE protocols; complete required safety training and health evaluations on time; and identify or correct hazards while promoting safety awareness.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry in the AP computer system and use required menu pathways in Epic and the AP system.
• Use laboratory instrumentation in a limited fashion under the supervision of the manager.
• 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 according to quality and safety regulations to support accurate histologic test results.
• Comply with company, department, and regulatory policies and procedures, including compliance and safety protocols.
• Perform other assigned duties to contribute to the organization's effectiveness.

What This Job Offers

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