What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAB TECHNICIAN - ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY position at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow?
Job Opportunity Job ID: 53022 Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Assist Pathologists with providing accurate & timely surgical and non-gynecological results to Physicians & Patients. Prepare & process samples for testing.
Essential Duties
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
General Requirements
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Requirements
Job Family Administrative/Clerical Requirements:
Shift Variable
Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED
Status Per Diem
Facility Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level Under 4 Years
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Assist Pathologists with providing accurate & timely surgical and non-gynecological results to Physicians & Patients. Prepare & process samples for testing.
Essential Duties
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Assess specimens for proper collection & fixation and take corrective action as necessary;
- Research and interpret information from Patient charts to insure appropriate laboratory processing;
- Provide gross descriptions of non-gynecological specimens for medical reports;
- Accession test requests, including Patient demographics, insurance information, & other required data accurately & in a timely fashion;
- Receive, sort & prepare surgical and non-gynecological specimens for testing, including bodily fluid, & tissue;
- Evaluate specimens for correct identification & suitability for testing;
- Properly prepare specimens for testing & use complex scientific instruments to process specimens;
- Identify and correct problems and/or errors with submitted specimens, orders, and processing on scientific instruments;
- Follow established best practices to ensure that Patients, orders, & specimens are always identified & labelled correctly;
- Prioritize work based on Patient type & sample priority;
- Prepare specimens for transport & storage, deliver appropriate specimens to designated laboratory section for testing;
- Use a computer to verify sample collection information, retrieve patient test data, & enter data;
- Track specimens & work pending lists to identify incomplete tests & problems;
- Resolve problems by taking appropriate actions as dictated by the circumstances;
- Communicate effectively, & in accordance with the ICARE values, in-person, via the telephone, & via email;
- Provide instruction in laboratory technique, instrumentation, & application of laboratory test procedures to new Caregivers, students, fellows, residents & clients;
- Assist in training new Caregivers;
- Maintain inventory, replenish stock & supplies;
- Perform technical, clerical, & service duties as assigned, including (but not limited to: equipment cleaning & maintenance, emptying trash, washing dishes, taking & recording temperatures, filing & retrieving specimens, handling biohazard & chemical waste);
- Follow instructions given by Pathology Assistants, Pathologists, & Leaders.
General Requirements
- N/A
- Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred
- High school diploma or GED
- Completed two college level science courses or 1 year of laboratory experience.
- Recent completion of a course in Medical Terminology or completion within 60 days following employment.
- Ability to read, follow directions, & perform procedures associated with specimen collection, handling & processing.
- Ability to recognize problems & take corrective actions.
- Ability to communicate effectively & professionally both in person & via the telephone.
- Ability to work well under pressure & to handle crisis situations.
- Ability to function as part of a team dedicated to Patient care.
- Ability to use a keyboard as required to perform the essential duties of the job.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Knowledge of anatomy & physiology preferred
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, SoftLab, Lifepoint, Epic, & WindoPath preferred
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Requirements
Job Family Administrative/Clerical Requirements:
Shift Variable
Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED
Status Per Diem
Facility Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level Under 4 Years