Pathology Technician

Job Description:

Provides technical support for the multiple disciplines in Anatomic Pathology by maintaining maximum efficiency and uninterrupted workflow of the laboratory. The Pathology Technician Level I may perform tissue gross examination or dissection in accordance with educational requirements outlined by CAP.What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.”Job

Specifics:

Benefits Eligible:
Yes Shift Details: 7:30pm-11:30pm, Monday-Friday

Essential Functions:

Performs tissue gross examination or dissection in accordance with educational requirements outlined by CAP and site-specific competencies

Strong understanding of medical terminology and may dictate comprehensive specimen descriptions. Caregivers working in anatomic pathology departments may handle and dispose of hazardous materials, such as formalin.

Pathology Technician I maintains accurate identification of specimens throughout the laboratory process. In addition to accessioning cases, these caregivers are responsible for recognizing and resolving accessioning and billing errors.

Path Tech I develop a greater skill level, they may actively participate in developing and revising laboratory procedures and take on training roles specific to assigned job skills. Caregivers in this role may perform other duties, as assigned by site.

Skills:

Pathology Anatomic Pathology Histology Medical  Laboratories Laboratory Technology Medical Laboratory Technology Biology Biological  Sciences Chemistry Sciences Minimum

Qualifications:

Pathology Technician I - $24.30-$37.52 based on experience

Associate degree in chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution, or 60 semester hours or equivalent (as verified by Quality Assurance Manager or Director), including 24 semester hours of science courses that included 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.

Previous Pathology or Histology experience, preferred

Pathology Technician II - $26.74-$41.28 based on experience

Associate degree in chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution, or 60 semester hours or equivalent (as verified by Quality Assurance Manager or Director), including 24 semester hours of science courses that included 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.

One year of pathology experience.

Two years pathology experience, preferred

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment,…