Histology Technical Assistant

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories • Hillsboro, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform testing procedures and protocols in area of responsibility. Position requires the consistent exercising of independent judgment, discretion and interpretation of a continual variety of test variables and results.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent manual/visual coordination.
• Sound reasoning and judgment skills.
• Positive interactions with internal/external clients.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Will have exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals.
• Be familiar with and adhere to safety, ergonomic and health policies of the Company.
• Comply with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas.
• Complete required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
• Anticipate safety hazards, act upon unsafe situations and promote safety awareness.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Keyboarding skills and Medical Terminology helpful.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate specimen data entry into the laboratory information system.
• Labels specimens and slides accurately.
• Communicates specimen issues to management when necessary.
• Prepare Frozen Sections (cutting and staining).
• Complete Bone Marrow procedures (Atrium only).
• Assist in Thyroid FNA procedures and stain for adequacy.
• Assist in CT FNA procedures (usually lung) and stain for adequacy.
• Assist in EBUS and Navigational procedures in Surgery/Endoscopy and stain for adequacy.
• Prepare specimens for packing list to Histology/Cytology.
• Prepare specimens send outs for special testing as needed.
• File slides and blocks (Atrium, UVMC).
• Schedule autopsies to relevant locations.
• Complete monthly cleaning and changing of stain line and cryostats.
• Document instrument QC as needed.
• Document temperatures Monday-Friday (Room and Cryostat).
• Maintain and update procedure manuals for Surg Path, Cytology, and Histology.
• Send out outside consults for the pathologists.
• Send out slides to requesting facilities.
• Filing of all Surg Path, Histo, and Cyto paperwork and orders.
• Keep track of all HEAL remains and schedule cremations (Atrium Only).
• Keep track of pathology "on-call" schedule through Qgenda for lab.
• Pull and preserve pathology legal cases (Atrium,UVMC).
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department and organization by performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• CompuNet offers a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Company paid life Insurance and 403b match.
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time.

What This Job Offers

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