Specimen Processing Specialist

Wellstar Job OpportunityHow would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.Work Shift: Day (United States of America)Job Summary:Under general supervision of the Histology/Cytology Manager, Wellstar Health System Laboratory and direct supervision of the Coor Cytology, responsibilities include but not limited to data entry of patient information, preparation and processing of cytology specimens (GYN and NON GYN) and/or pathology specimens, clerical duties, send out processes, etc Confirm and distribute completed surgical and cytology cases that have been accessioned, filing (slides/blocks/reports), retrieving tumor and consult requests, and have full knowledge of regulartory policies. Maintain department inventory with adequate supplies, cytology and surgical specimens are stored properly and discarded within regulartory safety guidelines.Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:CYTOLOGY AND SURGICAL PATHOLOGY PREPARATION: * Accurately register/accession patient data and specimen information into Anatomic Pathology computer system. * Verifies the identification of specimens and patients as they are received into the lab for evaluation. * Research and document discrepancies involving patient identification and specimen labeling. * Performs cytology and pathology preparation on patient samples * Performs sendout duties on patient specimens, enter clerical and billing charges, packaging and tracking. * Retrieve surgical specimens from operating room and GI Lab at scheduled times per facility, as applicable. * Accompany nursing staff and security to morgue for fetal demise log in to ensure proper identification and verify the consent for final disposition and examination form is complete and present. Per facility, as applicable. * Coordinate fetal disposition / cremation with nursing staff, Bereavement Coordinator, and funeral home(s). Per facility, as applicable. PATHOLOGY COMPUTER, PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUMENTATION: * Knowledge of cytology instrumentation and ability to troubleshoot. * Retrieve and update accessioning and sendouts logs from the laboratory computer system. * Enter sendout test charges as well as Intraoperative consultation charges. * Have complete understanding and knowledge of Copath histology billing which includes but not limited to frozen section, OR Consult, etc. * Check pending log and confirm specimens are received daily. QUALITY MANAGEMENT: * Document and resolve any quality control and assurance issues and inform supervisor. * Performs maintenance check on department equipment and document accordingly. * Print patient reports and prepared Reference lab requisitions to sendout for consultation accurately. * Have a basic knowledge of cost management involving reagents, and efficiency, without compromising patient quality. * Follow all regulartory policies including but not limited to OSHA, CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, etc. for safety proper handling and disposal of chemicals and pathologic waste. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.Required Minimum Education:High School Diploma / GED GeneralRequired Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.Additional License(s) and Certification(s):Required Minimum Experience:Minimum 1 year job-related experience RequiredRequired Minimum Skills:General knowledge of lab techniques and principles, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting abilities. Cytology and Histology training, Histology and Cytology Safety Regulartory knowledge, Anatomical Pathology computer training. Must have absolute integrity in the tasks performed and the ability to work independently or with minimal supervision. Must have good organizational skills.Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.