Job Description

Job Description

Our UPMC Hamot laboratory team is excited to welcome your application to join us as a full-time Surgical Pathology Technician! Our role will serve Monday - Friday, 9:00a - 5:30p with occasional 7:00a.m. - 3:30p.m. coverage and no holiday and weekend requirements!

Why you should join us:

With UPMC Hamot, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and compassion in healthcare. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, respect, and teamwork. Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients while furthering your career in a supportive setting. Along with an exciting role, we are happy to offer professional growth opportunities as well as a robust Total Rewards package to help you achieve your goals because we believe you’re at your best when receiving the support you need in all areas of life: professional, personal, financial, and more. Join us today!

Responsibilities:

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• Examine surgical biopsy specimens and provide gross descriptions following Surgical Pathology Manual.
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• Provide accurate gross descriptions of surgical specimens in case reports.
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• Perform special specimen handling (radiography, photography, etc.).
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• File, retrieve, and maintain surgical and autopsy materials records.
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• Maintain equipment record logs.
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• Replenish physicians' office supplies.
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• Ensure proper operation, repair, and preventive maintenance of equipment and tools.
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• Verify patient identification on specimen requisitions and containers.
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• Correlate patient history with specimen type and consult clinicians for conflicts.
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• Utilize voice recognition software for specimen documentation.
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• Receive, sort, and verify patient identifiers with barcoded labels.
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• Handle, store, and dispose of surgical and autopsy tissue adhering to safety standards.
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• Document discrepancies and resolutions in APLIS.
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• Perform clerical and computer entry functions for supply ordering and maintenance.
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• Attend required in-services, lectures, and training classes.
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• Receive and accession specimens in LIS.
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Required

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• Associate's degree in a laboratory science  AND 2 years of hospital laboratory experience  OR
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• Bachelor's degree in biology or related health sciences required  AND 1 year of hospital laboratory experience, preferred
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Preferred

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• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information system experience 
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• Customer service experience
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• Prior experience in a histology laboratory
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• CoPath computer experience
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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