Pathology Admin Assistant

The Pathology Office Administrative Assistant performs various administrative tasks to support Valley Pathology and Compu Net caregivers located at Miami Valley Hospital.

• Attend to requests for loan of Slide/Block to outside entities.
• Attend to materials related to Pathologists requesting Outside Consultation as per office protocol.
• Open and distribute US Mail and Inter-office Mail.
• Track Slide Send-Outs and Returns.
• Answer and respond to phone calls in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Transfer phone calls involving complex questions and problems to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with faxing, copying, and processing any Pathology documents as requested.
• Comply with all company, department, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Promote positive communications with patients, clients, coworkers and affiliated hospital staff.
• Organize and purge files as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Able to work in a fast-paced Medical office environment.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably with additional medical terminology and computer skills.
• Must be proficient in data entry.
• Proficiency in appropriate department functions must be demonstrated after initial training.
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Good customer service skills are also required.

• Effectively organize and prioritize work in response to changing needs of Pathologists.
• Good communication skills and ability to work productively with others.
• Exercise sound reasoning ability and good independent judgment.
• Daily involvement with confidential information and data.
• Possible exposure to hazardous and biohazard materials.
• Be familiar with and adhere to safety, ergonomic, and health policies of the Company.
• Comply with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas.
• Complete required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
• Anticipate safety hazards, act upon unsafe situations and promote safety awareness.