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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0.01Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Minimum of 2 Shifts per month
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Lab Histology/Cytology Assistant position is an entry level position that performs routine functions to aid in the preparation of histopathology and/or cytology samples. The assistant works under general supervision of trained Histology techs and/or Cytology techs.
Essential Job Functions
Performs multiple computer functions using the laboratory information system.
Performs secretarial and clerical duties (e.g. answering phones assisting clients and patients etc.)
Assists pathology histology and/or cytology staff.
Performs special procedures.
Prepares specimens slides blocks reports patient information and other pertinent materials for mailing to referral sites or pickup by patients family members or physicians office personnel.
May perform specimen collection.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
High School/GED (required)
Licensing
Experience
Lab experience (preferred)
Lab Information Systems experience (preferred)
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Not applicable to this position.
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
Required to car travel to off-site locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
Other: intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
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Worker Sub-Type:
Union Contingent - PRNDepartment:
Pathology - Integrated LabIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Part-Time