Histology Assistant

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Supports the histology gross room and histology department in accessioning surgical specimens and biopsies, registration of reference lab histology specimens, inventory control, technical and clerical support. Accessions surgical pathology specimens and biopsies in the Anatomic Pathology Information System. In doing so, chooses appropriate part type based on specimen description and interprets physician’s hand written diagnosis. Selects and labels correct color and number of cassette for specimen type. Labels with appropriate case number. Enters extra billing charge if additional part is in the same container as another part type. Unpacks reference lab specimens and registers them in the hospital registration system with accuracy, differentiating billing scenarios for client and insurance types. Links patient medical record numbers as related to pathology specimen accessions and past patient history on the pathology information system. Compiles night batches for histology: Ability to problem solve a variety of situations related to histology accessioning including but not limited to part types, encounter issues, date or name...