Histology Assistant

Description

Supports the histology gross room and histology department in accessioning surgical specimens and biopsies, registration of reference lab histology specimens, inventory control, technical and clerical support.

Responsibilities

• Accessions surgical pathology specimens and biopsies in the Anatomic Pathology Information System.
  • Chooses appropriate part type based on specimen description and interprets physician’s hand written diagnosis.
  • Selects and labels correct color and number of cassette for specimen type.
  • Lables with appropriate case number.
  • Enters extra billing charge if additional part is in the same container as another part type.
• Unpacks reference lab specimens and registers them in the hospital registration system with accuracy, differentiating billing scenarios for client and insurance types.
• Links patient medical record numbers as related to pathology specimen accessions and past patient history on the pathology information system.
• Compiles night batches for histology.
• Files histology and cytology slides.
• Assists with inventory control and cost containment as related to supplies in histology, the gross room, and morgue.
• Operates computer equipment and software programs relative to performance of essential job functions and other laboratory related requirements.
• Assists pathologist in frozen sections, including staining of slides, and performs Histology support tasks as assigned.
• Answers phone calls and, when indicated, transfers phone calls to the appropriate section of the laboratory.
• Communicates with and performs duties following MercyOne - North Iowa Medical Center Guiding Behaviors.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A medical assistant diploma is preferred.
• An educational transcript is required for verification.
• Medical terminology or must be willing to obtain within 6 months from hire.
• Six months experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Qualifications

None specified.

Skills

None specified.

Benefits

None specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Full Time Days.