Full-time, 40 hours per week, day shift, 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday-Friday

About HNL Lab Medicine:

Headquartered in Allentown, Pa operating for over 20 years, HNL Lab Medicine is a leading multi-regional, full-service medical laboratory providing testing and related services to physician offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities, employers, and industrial accounts.

Our patients are more than just test tubes. We understand the impact each test we analyze has on our patients' lives and we never take that responsibility lightly. We operate more than 50 patient service centers in Pennsylvania and work with more than 10 hospital systems.

SUMMARY:

Dissection and dictation of gross description for Histologic/Cytologic surgical specimens. Ability to multi-task including troubleshooting and problem solving. Tasks are performed on a self-directed manner with minimal supervisory oversight.

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel as classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibility associated with this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Responsible for assuring correct accessioning and numbering of all surgical specimens.

2. Identifies specimens (and abnormalities) and determines appropriate sectioning technique under the general direction of a pathologist.

3. Communicates and collaborates with surgical/operating room staff.

4. Evaluates specimens and dictates gross descriptions according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

5. Performs the technical preparations of intraoperative consultations (frozen sections, touch preps, gross examinations).

6. Performs frozen sections.

7. Takes photos of all pertinent specimens.

8. Maintains grossing area including making sure the station is well stocked with appropriate supplies and instruments.

9. Maintains departmental supplies and equipment. Fills out purchase orders for needed gross room supplies.

10. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures.

11. Complies with all Federal and State Inspection Agency’s protocols.

12. Consults with pathologists about complex, unusual or difficult specimens.

13. Must meet pre-determined performance metrics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Education/Experience:

A Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university and successful completion of an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program. Master’s Degree preferred.

What We Offer – Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work-life balance
• Dental Insurance
• Vison Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral program
• 401(k) matching
• Pension Plan
• Paid time off/Paid sick time
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition assistance