Surgical Pathology Technologist-Hospital Lab Part-time Days

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients, pathologists, residents, and supervisors regarding specimen problems; participate in the laboratory occurrence management program.
• Perform and/or assist with gross examination, dissection, and selection of representative tissue for microscopic examination for designated specimens.
• Verify that specimen and requisition labeling match prior to examination; resolve discrepancies and escalate to supervisor when necessary.
• Utilize dictation equipment to document description per procedure.
• Verify specimen identity matches cassette identity prior to submission of tissues.
• Document cassettes and tissues accurately and legibly on logs and in LIS.
• Perform and/or assist with specimen photography or microphotography.
• Assist with intra-operative consultations.
• Cut and stain cryostat sections for microscopic review.
• Maintain staining setup per SOP.
• Perform cryostat maintenance per SOP.
• Perform block reconciliation with histology staff prior to cassette hand-off.
• Review LIS case record for appropriate billing codes and documentation within the required timeframe.
• Receive specimens in the surgical pathology laboratory per SOP.
• Document specimen receipt and reconcile specimen logs with appropriate follow-up as necessary.
• Verify specimen and requisition meet acceptable criteria per SOP.
• Take necessary corrective action with appropriate OR, clinic, or physician's office to resolve specimen and/or requisition discrepancies or deficiencies.
• Prioritize specimen processing based on established guidelines.
• Accession specimens into the Laboratory Information System.
• Label requisitions and specimen containers accurately.
• Generate accurately labeled tissue cassettes.
• Collate paperwork, specimens, and tissue cassettes.
• Maintain specimen storage areas.
• Triage surgical and autopsy specimens qualifying for disposal and discard specimens per SOP.
• Answer routine inquiries related to specimen handling and case status.
• Triage department phone calls appropriately.
• Record all documentation consistently and legibly.
• Maintain files (requisitions, specimen delivery logs, problem logs) to ensure information is current and ready for QM review.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Clean, disinfect, and perform routine maintenance per SOP.
• Perform minor spill cleanup per SOP when necessary.
• Foster department and laboratory teamwork through effective communication.
• Participate in Safety and Infection Control activities.
• Maintain supply stock and promptly notify management of supply shortages or delivery problems.
• Take initiative for personal development by attending teleconferences, educational sessions, and required meetings.
• Assist in specific process improvement projects.
• May provide coverage for autopsy procedures.
• May assist pathologists with instruction and orientation of residents to procedures and techniques of basic specimen handling, gross dissection, and dictation of routine biopsies and use of equipment.

Some assignments involve long periods of standing and walking to other hospital and clinic buildings. May be required to properly handle and dispose of hazardous materials. Personal protective equipment is provided by the laboratory and is worn in the department due to exposure to biohazardous and/or chemically hazardous materials.