Senior Clinical Pathology Specialist

National Jewish Health-posted about 2 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Denver, CO
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Coordination and performance of all aspects of histologic preparation for clinical and research tissues. Carries out and leads the Diagnostic Cytology Service function, including second opinion Pulmonary Pathology service, and coordinates the Digital Imaging Service for clinical cases and research applications.

  • Responsible for appropriate handling, fixation, processing, cutting and staining of tissue specimens for diagnostic and research applications. Cuts sections of frozen, paraffin embedded and methacrylate embedded tissues. Maintains all quality assurance records and temperature logs daily for the Facility.
  • Responsible for coordination, performance and planning of histopathologic, cytologic and immunocytochemistry workflow, including delegation of projects to appropriately trained co-workers and training less experienced staff members.
  • Performs administrative functions, which include the addition of all patient samples to several tracking sheets, billing patient insurance, creating pathology templates for pathology reports associated with in-house surgical specimens, cytology specimens, and outside pulmonary pathology consultations. Extensive knowledge and skillful use of the electronic medical record and Affinity system.
  • Responsible for digital scanning of pulmonary tissues, as well as other tissues using the Aperio Scan Scope to create permanent images of outside consult slides, research investigators' projects, and morphometry applications. Prompt documentation of patient materials and saving images to specific investigator's files required.
  • Obtains biopsy tissues from the Minimally Invasive Diagnostic Center and collects pathology slides and cytospin preparations from the ADx Clinical Laboratory area throughout the day. Prepares patient cell smears and touch-preps, with onsite appropriate cytology staining for intra-operative diagnosis during special endobronchial ultrasound and Super-D procedures, and assists the pathologist on duty.
  • Stores, prepares, and appropriately uses toxic chemicals, as well as carcinogenic chemicals and stains. Ensures personal and facility safety by strict adherence to facility standard procedures and policies.
  • Works as part of a team to accomplish multiple clinical and research functions within strict time limits that are imposed by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) regulations, patient care priorities and facility expectations for research turnaround times. Updates procedure manual for CAP inspections and general requirements.
  • Responsible for maintenance, routine care, and troubleshooting lab equipment, including microscopes, embedding centers, tissue processing machines for light level, microtomes for sectioning tissues, photographic equipment, and processors.
  • Appropriate filing/storage of all clinical samples, including finished histology slides, patient and research paraffin blocks. Promptly returns all pathology consult material to the originating institution after the consultation is performed.
  • Optimizes revenue generation by billing patients on a daily basis and researchers on a monthly basis, using the chargeback system.
  • Performs ordering and inventory control functions, while keeping within current budgetary constraints.
  • Performs frequent (hourly/daily) special staining procedures for pathologists.
  • Provides technical assistance and expertise to biomedical faculty, which may include instruction on preparative methodology and contributing to the writing of grant proposals.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • BS or BA required.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of recent and progressive advanced technical experience in all facets of histopathology required.
  • American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP); Histologic Technician (HT); and/or Histotechnologist (HTL) is required.
  • Additional experience in cytology, immunocytochemistry, photography, and digital imaging preferred.
  • Familiarity and comprehension of medical terminology preferred.
  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
  • Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
  • Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
  • Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
  • Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
  • Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
  • Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
  • Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.
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