Pathology Technician

Trinity Health•Mishawaka, IN

9d•$24 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Our Vision As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life. Full-Time Location: SJRMC Laboratory in Mishawaka, Indiana About the Job The Pathology Technician performs a combination of technical and workflow-support duties within Anatomic Pathology, including specimen accessioning, gross examination of biopsy specimens, frozen section preparation, and rapid on-site evaluation support.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a science-related field OR education equivalent that includes the following: • 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or • 24 semester hours of science courses that include 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 hours of biology and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination
Role requires proficient manual dexterity and the ability to safely lift and handle supplies.
Must possess basic computer skills
Flexibility to work additional shifts as needed
Ability to utilize different pathology instruments including maintenance and troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Works actively to instill and maintain cost prevention and cost containment.
Supports hospital policy and assists in the implementation of hospital policy changes.
Exercises prudent judgment in performance of technical skills and operation of the area.
Receives, verifies, and accession specimens into the laboratory information systems.
Confirms patient identification and specimen labeling accuracy
Accurately accessions all specimens that are delivered to the department, including cytology specimens.
Resolves specimen discrepancies for samples received from various hospital areas, ensuring accurate identification and timely processing.