Anatomy, Auditing, Autopsy, Biology, Clinical Pathology, Compensation and Benefits, Data Entry, Dissection, Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, Health Science, Laboratory, Laboratory Systems, Medicine, Pathology, Patient Care, Procedure Development, Quality of Care, Record Keeping, Research Skills
Description
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Summary:
- Employee maintains accession records necessary to confirm specimen/result identity; assists pathologists, residents and Pathologists' Assistants in processing, autopsy, dissection and description of gross anatomic findings of submitted biopsies and other small surgical samples in accordance with established procedures; performs computer data entry and verification procedures; reports to and performs duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
Maintains accession records according to established procedures
correctly accessions, labels, fixes and directs specimens received in the gross room. Determines when and what action is required to ensure accuracy in the processing of anatomic pathology specimens. Performs grossing with description and dissection that is clear, concise and complete.
Enhances efficiency, production and output with appropriate task prioritization. Assurance of specimen receipt with identification verification procedures. Evaluation of specimen condition maintaining specimen integrity. Coordinates accession activities with the clerical staff along with other professional staff. Performs quality audits as required.
Ensures that proper supplies are available and maintains clean working area
keeps supplies at acceptable levels. Maintains instruments at top performance, performs PM according to manufacturer’s recommendation and department policy.
Credentials:
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)
- Education Specialization:
Biological or Chemical Sciences or Health Science related field
Equivalent Experience:
•And 1+ years Experience as a Pathology Assistant in an appropriate setting is desirable
•And Extensive knowledge of gross and surgical anatomy, dissection technique, histologic processing methods and nomenclature
•And Prior experience with Laboratory Information Systems
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