The mission of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories is to be your trusted laboratory partner…Every patient. Every result. Every time. Our Vision at CompuNet Clinical Laboratories is to be the medical laboratory of choice.
Having served healthcare providers throughout Southwest Ohio since 1986, we understand the importance of caring for patients. Our team understands that every test we perform is connected to a real person and we treat each one accordingly. Our experienced laboratory scientists and technicians use state-of-the-art technologies to deliver the timely and accurate results that your healthcare providers rely on to keep you healthy and they do it with the care and attention to detail that comes with a patient-first approach to laboratory medicine.
Located at Upper Valley Medical Center (Troy, Ohio)
Full-time Day Shift (7:30am to 4:00pm)
Position Summary:
The Histology Technical Assistant at Upper Valley Medical Center plays a crucial role in performing testing procedures and protocols within their area of responsibility. This position requires independent judgment, discretion, and interpretation of various test variables and results.
Responsibilities:

• Accurately enter specimen data into the laboratory information system.
• Ensure accurate labeling of specimens and slides.
• Communicate specimen issues to management when necessary.
• Prepare Frozen Sections, including cutting and staining.
• Assist in Thyroid FNA procedures and stain for adequacy.
• Assist in CT FNA procedures (usually lung) and stain for adequacy.
• Assist in EBUS and Navigational procedures in Surgery/Endoscopy and stain for adequacy.
• Prepare specimens for packing list to Histology/Cytology.
• Prepare specimens for send-outs for special testing as needed.
• Schedule autopsies to relevant locations.
• Complete monthly cleaning and changing of stain line and cryostats.
• Document instrument QC as needed.
• Document temperatures Monday-Friday (Room and Cryostat).
• Maintain and update procedure manuals for Surg Path, Cytology, and Histology.
• Send out outside consults for the pathologists.
• Send out slides to requesting facilities.
• File all Surg Path, Histo, and Cyto paperwork and orders.
• Keep track of pathology "on-call" schedule through Qgenda for the lab.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department and organization by performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Keyboarding skills and Medical Terminology helpful.

Safety & Physical Demands:

• Excellent manual/visual coordination required.
• Possible exposure to chemical and biological hazards.
• Sound reasoning and judgment skills necessary.
• Positive interactions with internal/external clients required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals.
• Familiarity with and adherence to safety, ergonomic, and health policies of the Company.
• Compliance with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas.
• Completion of required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
• Ability to anticipate safety hazards, act upon unsafe situations, and promote safety awareness.

CompuNet offers a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Company paid life Insurance and 403b match. Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time.
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment.