Lab Processing Technician - Gross Room - Days

Overview Job Title: Lab Processing Technician - Gross Room - Days Department: Medicine | Pathology Position Summary The Lab Processing Technician provides services in the Surgical Pathology Gross Room (Doan Hall, James CCCT, James Outpatient Care Center, East Hospital, University Hospital Tower) at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, a laboratory within the Division of Surgical Pathology, Department of Pathology. The position duties include, but are not limited to: retrieving and receiving specimens from surgical suites and various clinic locations; sectioning specimens as needed and placing them in proper fixative; triaging specimens for ancillary testing; confirming patient identity and labeling requirements; accessioning specimens using Epic Beaker software ensuring proper billing codes; preparing specimens or other materials for transport via courier; tracking and transporting specimens within the facility; facilitating problem resolution for unacceptable specimens; performing microtomy on frozen section specimens; staining and coverslipping frozen section slides; answering laboratory phone and performing customer service duties; assistance with inventory and stocking supplies; performing daily and weekly cleaning and decontamination tasks; ensuring quality control measures are performed. This position reports to the Gross Room Managers. Coverage is from Monday to Friday, 8hr shifts between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm. The hours of this position may adjust based on the needs of the lab. The position will be primarily based in the James Cancer Hospital, but may rotate to Doan Hall, The James Outpatient Care Center, and OSU East Hospital as needed. Responsibilities Retrieve and receive specimens from surgical suites and various clinic locations Section specimens as needed and place them in proper fixative Triaging specimens for ancillary testing Confirm patient identity and labeling requirements Accession specimens using Epic Beaker software ensuring proper billing codes Prepare specimens or other materials for transport via courier Track and transport specimens within the facility Facilitate problem resolution for unacceptable specimens Perform microtomy on frozen section specimens Stain and coverslip frozen section slides Answer laboratory phone and perform customer service duties Assist with inventory and stocking supplies Perform daily and weekly cleaning and decontamination tasks Ensure quality control measures are performed Job Requirements High School diploma or GED Bachelor's degree preferred Details Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. EEO The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr