Job Description:

Position Overview: (Major Functions and Non-Essential Functions) :

· 7:30 am-4:00 pm shift (Mon-Fri) with flexibility available;

· The Tissue Registry Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of clerical and processing duties that include filing of tissue (fresh and formalin fixed), glass slides, and paraffin blocks.

· Other duties may include maintaining supply inventory, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning.

· The Tissue Registry Clerk works with various computer information systems on a daily basis.

· The Tissue Registry Clerk needs to be able to handle fresh and formalin fixed tissue, organs, and amputations for archival purposes.

· Requires the ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling hazardous chemicals and infectious agents.

Skills: Additional Experience and/or Qualifications:

· (Has Achieved Competency in the Following Areas, Job Knowledge and Additional Considerations):

· Knowledge of medical terminology, and a background in science or 1-2 years of medical experience is preferred, but not required.

· Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations and other office equipment desired.

· The ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabelling.

· Must be organized, able to prioritize and work in a self-disciplined environment. Must possess good human relations skills and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. Must be able to work independently as well in a team environment.

Education:

· Minimum Education and/or Experience required: (Education Requirements and Experience): A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Required Skills:

· CLERK

· FILING

· INVENTORY

Additional Skills:

· KEYBOARDING

· MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

· OPERATIONS

· STOCKING

· TELEPHONE

· CLERICAL