Hospital Lab Technician 1

General Information

Job Name Hospital Lab Technician 1 Department 7520010 - PATHOLOGY SURGICAL HISTOLOGY SFMED Position type Full Time Workplace Fully On-Site Primary Location San Francisco, CA, United States Job ID 6708

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Under general supervision, provides clinical administrative, patient care support to the Department of Anatomic Pathology at Parnassus, Mount Zion, and Mission Bay campuses.  Receives and processes anatomic pathology, cytology and molecular consultations and accompanying requisitions from internal departments and external facilities. Registers patients into APeX system.  Communicates with internal departments, outside medical groups, patients, clients and insurance companies to verify billing information and obtain authorizations. Accessions all anatomic pathology, consult, molecular, cytology and surgical cases into departmental clinical database system (CoPath).  Coordinates weekly clinical conferences and tumor boards.  Responds to requests from internal and outside facilities for patient reports, slides and blocks.  Coordinates research and legal requests, prepares and submits requests for special stains.  Maintains patient records, reports, slides, and blocks. Receives and distributes courier cooler contents. Acts as a customer service representative for internal and external inquires.

Qualifications Required Qualifications: - This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations - Bachelor’s degree or at least one year of equivalent relevant work experience - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Knowledge of Windows applications. - Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities and perform well under pressure and deadlines. - Ability to understand the complexities within a specialty department. - Successful completion of APeX registration training within the first 6 months of hire. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous work experience in Pathology department - Coursework in Biology/Anatomy - Previous experience working in pathology or a medical laboratory environment - Working knowledge of APeX and/or CoPath systems About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code HOSP LAB TCHN 1 (008976) Assignment Category Career IAP Level Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800) Job Family Clinical Laboratory Services Campus 1 Mount Zion (SF) Percentage (%) 100.00 Shift Length 8 hours Shift Type Day Bargaining Unit EX