Laboratory Specimen Processor - Histology
Core
Receiving, accessioning, and processing anatomic pathology specimens including frozen sections and fine needle aspirations.
Role type
Laboratory Specimen Processor (Histology)
Builds
Histology specimens and slides for diagnostic analysis
Domain
Clinical Laboratory / Histopathology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Specimen identification and labeling, Tissue processing, Histology instrumentation maintenance, Data entry, MS Office proficiency, Physical lifting (up to 40lbs)
Preferred skills
Clinical specimen processing experience, Specimen receiving experience
Responsibilities
Receiving and processing anatomic pathology specimens, Accessioning anatomic pathology specimens, Preparing and loading tissue processing runs, Cutting and staining frozen section tissues, Performing maintenance on histology instrumentation, Distributing pathology materials, Assisting on fine needle aspiration procedures, Unpack and route specimens to staging areas, Pack and ship specimens to testing facilities, Data entry of patient information, Resolve and document problem specimens