Laboratory Support Specialist - Anatomic Pathology and Cytology

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona • Yakima, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides administrative support to onsite department leadership. Using organizational and communication skills, this position interacts with physicians, pathologists, clients and employees while prioritizing and completing patient case responsibilities. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ total experience in either laboratory or administrative support in a hospital or health care related setting.
• Knowledge of business software applications and other personal computer experience.
• Effective human relations skills and courtesy in dealing with team, other department members, vendors, and visitors to the team area.
• Exceptional telephone skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Proficiency and accuracy with typing skills.
• Proficient in the use of multi-line/feature telephones, fax machines, scanners, copy machines, calculators, and multi-function printers.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Prior experience supporting mid-level (or higher) management or physicians.
• Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to onsite department leadership.
• Interacts with physicians, pathologists, clients and employees.
• Prioritizes and completes patient case responsibilities.
• Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

What This Job Offers

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