Pathology Laboratory Assistant

U. S. Digestive Health•Exton, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary/Objective Under the supervision of the pathology manager and histology supervisor, the Pathology Laboratory Assistant provides technical and office support to the department. Essential Functions Receive and accession specimens according to policy Follow all relevant policies and procedures. Ensures accuracy of all work performed Document discrepancies and follow up to ensure they have been resolved. Check and document room and equipment temperatures Perform routine maintenance on all assigned equipment, following policy and manufacturer’s instructions. Assist with inventory management. Date and put away supplies Maintains a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Efficiently file blocks and slides in order Assists with retrieval and refiling of patient materials Help manage returned patient materials and consult reports Participates in quality assurance activities. Competencies Engage with everyone in a respectful and professional manner. Strong people skills Demonstrates a high level of communication skills Supervisory Responsibility This role does not have supervisory responsibility. Work Environment This position operates in a pathology laboratory. Physical Demands Full range of body motion. Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time. Some bending, lifting, and stooping required Normal color perception and corrected visual acuity Involvement with management of information concerning physicians, staff, patients. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, with an 8-hour work shift, Monday through Friday, and 30-minute unpaid meal break. Weekend hours not normally required Travel None Education and Experience High School Diploma / GED equivalent required and at least 6 months of pathology or clinical laboratory experience OR Associate’s degree in science Medical office assistance and laboratory experience Work Authorization/Security Clearance Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer AAP/EEO Statement US Digestive Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. USDH does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need Other Duties Responsibilities may be added or altered at the discretion of USDH MSO leadership.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED equivalent required and at least 6 months of pathology or clinical laboratory experience OR Associate’s degree in science
Medical office assistance and laboratory experience
Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer
Engage with everyone in a respectful and professional manner.
Strong people skills
Demonstrates a high level of communication skills
Full range of body motion.
Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time.
Some bending, lifting, and stooping required
Normal color perception and corrected visual acuity
Involvement with management of information concerning physicians, staff, patients.

Responsibilities

Receive and accession specimens according to policy
Follow all relevant policies and procedures.
Ensures accuracy of all work performed
Document discrepancies and follow up to ensure they have been resolved.
Check and document room and equipment temperatures
Perform routine maintenance on all assigned equipment, following policy and manufacturer’s instructions.
Assist with inventory management.
Date and put away supplies
Maintains a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Efficiently file blocks and slides in order
Assists with retrieval and refiling of patient materials
Help manage returned patient materials and consult reports
Participates in quality assurance activities.