Pathology Attendant

Job Description

Assists pathology personnel in retrieval of specimens for analysis. Performs processing, filing and retrieval of slide cassettes or blocks. Cleans/disinfects work area and equipment.

Job Responsibility

• * Picks up and delivers specimens to Pathology.
  
  
  
  • Receives, sorts and reconciles specimen requisitions.
  • Follows appropriate handling requirements for specific specimens.
  • Identifies and documents situations that may adversely impact test performance or reporting of results. Notifies management of situation.
  
  
• * Performs a variety of clerical duties in support of department.
  
  
  
  • Processes, files and retrieves specimen slide cassettes and blocks.
  • Maintains department supplies and inventory.
  
  
• * Executes and documents tasks to ensure safe and clean environment.
  
  
  
  • Maintains documentation of morgue temperature and sanitation schedules, informs supervisor or any discrepancies.
  • Cleans and disinfects tables, work areas, embedding areas, trays and equipment
  • Disposes of wet tissue, biohazard, chemical and regular waste from department.
  
  
• * Maintains and changes stainers and tissue processor solutions according to protocol.
• Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital setting, required. Laboratory experience, preferred.
• Ability to read, write, communicate and understand oral instructions in English.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).