Pathology Technical Assistant,Pathology Job Honolulu area,Hawaii USA,Healthcare

Pathology Technical Assistant, Pathology (DLS Oahu)

The Queen’s Health Systems Honolulu,HI

Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnostic Laboratory Services, Inc. (DLS) is Hawaii's largest locally owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory. DLS is proud to serve the communities of Hawaii, Guam and Saipan and utilizes state-of-the-art testing and value-based informatics to promote optimal patient care to positively impact patient lives.

LOCATION

Queen's Medical Center Punchbowl

SCHEDULE

Regular Full-Time Position

Must be available Monday through Friday from 1:00 pm to 10:30 pm and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, including occasional holidays.

Must be flexible with schedule changes to meet operational needs.

HIRING RANGE

$20.20 to $25.65 hourly

Actual pay commensurate with experience

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of a direct supervisor, the Pathology Technical Assistant performs preparatory portions of laboratory procedures including moderate/high complexity laboratory tests, equipment maintenance and QC/QA procedures. Performs testing and duties as authorized by CLIA qualifications and the laboratory director.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs defined pre-analytical/post-analytical laboratory procedures, including specimen receiving, processing and preparation for laboratory testing to support the laboratory technical team. (70%)

Performs accessioning/clerical duties in assigned section such as sample receipt in Laboratory Information systems, logging, processing report forms, filing, statistical reports, and receiving and appropriately handling incoming phone calls.

Processes and handles specimens to maintain specimen integrity, loads and unloads equipment according to established procedures.

Operates equipment or laboratory automation, troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation loads reagent as needed onto equipment, performs maintenance, runs calibration, QC, and lot to lot comparisons at required intervals.

Histology:
Embeds and stains tissue with standardized and specialized stains. Coverslips, labels, and distribute slides. Maintains slide/block storage and disposal according to procedures and compliance requirements.

Cytology:
Prepares non-gynecological and gynecological specimens following established procedures and techniques. Stains, cover slips and distributes slides. Processes gynecological specimens for specialized testing.

Flow Cytometry:
Prepares flow cytometry and immunophenotyping samples as assigned. Researches and documents patient histories, records pertinent data for samples received. Maintains patient/specimen databases.

Bone Marrow:
Assists with bone marrow procedures including collection, processing and submission for testing.

FISH:
Prepares tissue, blood and urine specimens following established procedures and techniques. Performs hybridization and washing of slides. Works with the pathologist(s) and cytotechnologist(s) to ensure acceptability of specimens and slides to ensure appropriate quality.

Prepares calibrators, controls and reagents as needed.

Operates laboratory computer system(s) and performs necessary tasks, which may include the use of various functions to resolve problems and extract pertinent information.

Does not perform the analysis and reporting of the testing.

Assist the technical staff in the technical areas as needed.

Assists with training new employees and students and completing the training checklists. (20%)

Oversees the purchase orders of laboratory and office supplies using the Finance Supply Chain Management (FSCM) system for the laboratory. (5%)

Unpacks and restocks supplies.

Takes inventory and completes ordering supplies.

Receives reviews, verifies and files packing slips.

Researches and places special request orders. Works with buyers to process the order.

Assists in the coordination of product recalls as assigned.

Performs and assists with technical operational work requirements. (5%)

Updates and documents Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).

Assists with completing applicable department competencies.

Participates in continuing education and in-service training programs as assigned by supervisor.

Performs other duties as required.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates clear, audience-focused and effective communication with Aloha.
Reads, interprets and write documents, such as policies, standard operating procedures and reports.
Creates a positive work culture and environment.
Models organizational values and contributes to quality improvements to support innovation.
Builds collaborative relationships with teammates, shares ideas, supports others to achieve goals and has each other's backs.
Follows all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with DLS safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
Provides excellent customer service to our internal and external customers with compassion and respect.
Maintains and values the importance of attendance at work.
Stays current on information and requirements to perform the job while embracing…