Sr Lab Assistant Anatomic Pathology PT Afternoons
Company: DMC University Laboratories, Inc.
Location: Detroit
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated
laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of
Detroit Medical Center. DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993
and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two
rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab,
Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full service outreach
infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote
ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and
billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area
covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a
rapid pace with the following outstanding features: Test menu of
over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests. Less
than 1% of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories.
Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other
healthcare systems in Southeastern Michigan and several out of
state facilities.
Job Summary
Under general supervision and according to specific and detailed
procedures, accurately performs specific tasks in assigned areas to
include pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical testing
activities. Assists in training staff, troubleshooting and
resolving problems. Uses specialized, semi-technical techniques to
handle specimens. Processes information by compiling, categorizing,
calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data
with attention to detail. May act as in-charge designee as
requested. Interacts with health care professionals and responds to
routine inquiries. Inspects and maintains work area, instruments,
and supplies. Promotes DMC values by demonstrating behaviors
supportive of building a High Reliability Culture committed to
Safety for Life, Health for Life, Customer Service, Community
Welfare, Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Accountability,
Innovation, Teamwork and Effective Resource Use.
1. Assists in training in the appropriate Anatomic Pathology and
specimen processing policies and procedures to improve the
knowledge, skills and abilities of staff to meet department
competency standards.
2. Assists with problem solving and troubleshooting of routine or
moderately complex processing and/or Anatomic Pathology issues
utilizing appropriate skills and knowledge gained through work
experience.
3. Enforces and complies with departmental safety polices and
procedures and OSHA guidelines, including the use of applicable
personal protective equipment.
4. Prioritizes incoming specimens; processes patient specimens
using specialized techniques in accordance with departmental safety
and OSHA guidelines. Ensures stats and other critical specimens are
accurately and immediately processed in accordance with
pre-established guidelines Documents specimen problems and
communicates to supervisor or other lead designee.
5. Sets up and maintains designated work areas and equipment (i.e.
Gross room, dissection area, cytology processing) as assigned
Ensures that equipment is operational for appropriate use
6. Collaborate with staff and Pathologists for all Anatomic
Pathology processes. Labels Specimens, vials and slides and places
them on appropriate equipment.. Programs and loads Imagers,
stainers and other appropriate equipment.
7. Generates labels and attaches to specimens according to
pre-established test requirements.
8. Ensures specimen integrity by verifying patient
identification.
9. Assigns accession numbers to all specimens and process the
specimens according to protocol.
10. Prepares specimens to be sent to reference labs according to
pre-established test requirements. Records incoming results onto
appropriate logs.
11. Performs special processing of selective specimens (i.e. Acid
wash, Cell block, Decalcification) according to established
guidelines.
12. Maintains daily records, such as specimen logs/worksheets, send
outs, and special procedure logs. Inputs data for workload.
Accurately enters patient demographics data into the laboratory
computer system; detects and corrects errors according to
laboratory policies and quality standards.
13. Maintains a neat and clean work area; stocks storage area with
supplies and inventories as necessary. Cleans equipment and small
instruments; performs simple inspection and maintenance of
laboratory equipment.
14. May conduct routine quality control checks on equipment (e.g.
records temperatures). Reports unusual findings to Supervisor or
Lead Designee.
15. Prepares solutions and reagents in accordance with
pre-established guidelines.
16. Performs a variety of clerical duties such as answering the
telephone, scheduling maintaining records, referencing inquiries
from other departments, communicating with external staff or
sources or relaying messages to the appropriate personnel.
17. Responsible to check organizational communication daily (i.e.
Outlook, laboratory software, posted notices, etc.)
18. Work independently with minimal supervision.
19. Acts as in-charge designee in the absence of the group leader
or supervisor.
20. Act as a resource to Lab assistants. Assist with specimen
processing and answer questions regarding Laboratory policies and
procedures.
21. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent education required. Associates
Degree preferred.
2. Three (3) years experience in specimen processing and/or a
pathology laboratory environment.
3. Six (6) months of experience in Anatomic Pathology
preferred.
4. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
5. Previous leadership experience preferred. 6. Customer service
experience in a service environment preferred.
Job:
Laboratory and Clinical Technicians
Primary Location:
Detroit, Michigan
Facility:
DMC University Laboratories, Inc.
Job Type:
Part Time
Shift Type:
Evening
2305003847Employment practices will not be influenced or affected
by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex
(including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic
information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will
make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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