Lead Anatomic Processing Tech

A great place to work. Skills Ability to identify different specimen types. Ability to determine appropriate processing of different tissue and biopsy types. Ability to maintain organization of specimens and work area to avoid mislabeling and other errors. Ability to write accurate gross descriptions. Ability to communicate effectively with cytotechnologists, histotechnologists, and pathologists. Primary Job Duties Monitors the daily operations of anatomic pathology processing: AP order processing and accessioning, including both cytology and tissue specimens. ThinPrep specimen aliquoting and labeling for molecular testing. ThinPrep cytology slide preparation and labeling for cytologic examination, including reprocessing as needed. Tissue gross descriptions and tissue processing. Routine cleaning and maintenance of automated cytology staining equipment and coverslipper. Routine cleaning and maintenance of the automated histology staining equipment and tissue processor. Histology and cytology supply management. Monitors problem logs and other issues to ensure resolution of problem cases. Monitors maintenance logs and quality control logs. Manages AP Processing Team schedules and ensures adequate coverage, performing bench work as needed. Must be capable of flexing schedule to accommodate workload. Complies with HIPAA and all local, federal, CLIA, safety and OSHA guidelines. Complies with all company and laboratory guidelines and policies. Utilizes technical skills and abilities to perform tissue processing and slide production: Ability to competently perform all tests in moderate and high complexity testing. Identifies and troubleshoots issues within grossing and processing, staining and coverslipping. Follows laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient results. Performs miscellaneous duties and/or special projects as assigned. Scope Promotes quality relations and cooperative environment. Respects and maintains the confidentiality of information relative to the laboratory. Adheres to and enforces prescribed laboratory safety policies and regulations. Works independently with minimal direction. Operates general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to telephones, computer keyboards and CRT, tissue processors, centrifuges, automated stainers, coverslippers, microscopes, manual pipettes. Effectively communicates via written, verbal, face-to-face, telephone, and computer methods. Works closely with the Laboratory Medical Director. Education and Experience Qualify to perform high complexity testing under current CLIA-88 regulations. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory/medical technology science. HOURS: 3:00 – 11:00 PM, PAY RANGE: $24‑27 hourly #J-18808-Ljbffr Txhealthcare