Laboratory - Pathology Assistant

Pathology Lab AssistantPerforms work accurately and completely when preparing specimens for histology. Obtains the daily surgery schedule. Picks up specimens according to the schedule from various surgical locations. Opens all surgical and Cytology specimens, checking that the requisition and specimens match and are properly labeled with two patient identifiers. Completes duties of workstations ordering tests, printing labels and cassettes, processing specimens, and cassetting specimens. Generates incomplete worklists and reports, finds specimens for testing, caps and stores specimens appropriately. Packages specimens and unpacks specimens that are couriered. Turns out slides to pathologists for resulting as appropriate. Assists pathologists as requested. Completes preventive maintenance tasks as assigned. Monitors inventory, orders and puts away supplies, disposes of biohazard waste, and washes glassware as needed. Answers phone calls within three rings and routes calls appropriately and in a timely manner. Works successfully with staff to problem-solve and expedite testing. Participates in training new personnel. Complies with required competency standards for the department. Maintains records for quality assurance, forms for internal routing, and log sheets. Documents quality control where applicable. Attends procedures and prepares smears for fine needle aspirations performed as appropriate. Reconciles billing for miscellaneous charges on patient accounts, as appropriate.We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesBenefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.