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Company Name : Mid-Valley Pathology
Location : Weslaco, TX 78599
Position : Lab Assistant

Job Description : Job DescriptionJOB TITLE: Lab AssistantDEPT NAME: Mid Valley PathologyDATE CREATED/REVISED: 11/18/19POSITION SUMMARY(General statement reflecting the overall purpose of the position.)Performs all necessary day to day clerical duties in the Histopathology laboratory and provides training when required. Directly assists histology staff when appropriate and is responsible for outside consults, billing, coding and accessioning all cases for the department. May be asked to cross train with histotechnicians as needed (cytology, cover slipping, dispatching of cases, special procedures etc.) excluding high complexity testing. Reports directly to the General Supervisor, laboratory administrator and medical director. Other related duties as assigned.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSMINIMUM EDUCATION: High School diploma or GEDPREFERRED EDUCATION : Associates degree in the sciences or related fieldMINIMUM EXPERIENCE : 1 year experience in an accredited Pathology laboratory with some knowledge of Histology/Pathology ; computer skills ; leadership and organizational skillsPREFERRED EXPERIENCE : 2-3 years in an accredited Pathology laboratory ; computer skills ; extensive knowledge in Histology/Pathology ; leadership and organizational skillsREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE : N/APREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Associates degree in Science or related fieldREQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): N/APATIENT POPULATION/AGES SERVED: (√) Check all that applyCategoryAge√CategoryAge√CategoryAge√Infant0-12 mons√Adolescent13-18 yrs√Geriatric70 + yrs√Pediatric1-12 yrs√Adult19-69 yrs√No responsibility to treat or care for patients:SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: YES NOESSENTIAL / PRIMARY DUTIES(The essential job functions or primary responsibilities that must be performed unaided or with the assistance of an accommodation – all job functions should begin with an action verb)% OF TIME PERFORMING DUTYGeneral Functions: Maintains all clerical aspects of the Pathology department including but not limited to accessioning, billing and coding, phone assistance, report retrieval, faxing reports, filing etc.Orders office supplies for department and assist with inventoryAssists with departmental projects and coordinates meetingsAssists in maintaining laboratory quality management program including procedure review and maintaining real time QCAssists in developing new policies and proceduresEducates and prepares self and lab assistants to maintain current and new lab accreditations50%Departmental Functions: Performs all clerical aspects of the pathology departmentAssist with maintaining lab accreditationAssist management with data retrieval utilizing current AP program as neededMaintains QC on all office equipment used in the histology department and informs management when equipment not operating correctlyCross trains with cytology testing including preparation of body fluids for cytology and cell block and participates with cytological procedures such as FNA, Bone marrow, Radiology biopsies, EBUSParticipates with departmental laboratory proficiency testing in a timely mannerUtilizes resources efficiently and effectivelyMaintains safe environmentAccessions cases and prepares specimens for tissue gross and prints tissue blocksResponsible for departmental send out and consultation testingAssist with maintaining supply inventory and participates in supply orderingCan cross train and assist histotechnician as needed excluding high complexity testing50%Functions Not in Scope: High complexity testingDirect supervision of pathology staffScheduling of staffSign out Pathology reportsDepartmental budgetDevelopment of policies and proceduresDESCRIPTION OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSEssential job tasks or primary responsibilities that must be performed unaided or with the assistance of an accommodation.Check appropriate box for each of the following items to best describe the extent of the specific activity performed by the staff members in this position.Technical/Motor Skills Mental Abilities Working ConditionsData Input / TypingCalculationsInsideCopyingInterpreting Numbers / DataOutsideSpeaking ClearlyAnalyzingExtreme Cold (non-weather)Answering TelephonesForecastingExtreme Heat (non-weather)Precise ManipulationAssessing / EvaluatingTemperature ChangesCalibrating EquipmentExplaining / TeachingHumidityReadingSynthesizingNoise Level:Attention to DetailLoud NoiseMemoryVery Loud NoisePhysical RequirementsProblem Solving / ReasoningQuietEye / Hand / Foot CoordinationSpatial / Form PerceptionVery QuietFingering / Fine DexterityModerate NoiseHandling / Gripping/SqueezingSensory RequirementsExposure / Use of sharpsTransferring-Vertical/HorizontalAbility to see:Blood / Body Fluid/ TissueLifting / CarryingNo Special RequirementsFumes / OdorsSedentaryClose Vision(clear vision at < 20 inches)Toxic / Caustic MaterialsLight: 1-20 lbs.Dust / Airborne ParticlesMedium: 21-35 lbs. Distance Vision(clear vision at >20 feet)Poor VentilationHeavy >35 lbs. with assistance RadiationPush / PullColor Vision(identify and distinguish colors)Explosive MaterialsClimbingDangerous EquipmentBalancingPeripheral Vision(ability to observe an area thatcan be seen up and down or tothe left and right while eyesare Fixed on a given point)Moving Mechanical PartsStooping/BendingRisk of Electrical ShockKneelingExposure to VibrationWalkingSittingTravelCrouching / SquattingDepth Perception(three-dimensional vision:judge distances and spatialrelationships)LocalCrawlingOut of TownStandingHoldingPhysical Requirements Sensory Requirements OSHA Task CategoryFlexing / Positioning/ TwistingAbility to Adjust Focus(adjust eye to bring an objectinto sharp focus)At risk for exposure to blood bornepathogens (Category I)RestrainingRepetitive ActivityMay have exposure to blood bornepathogens (Category II)ReachingAbility to hearSpeed Movement / VelocityAbility to feelNo intentional exposure to bloodborne pathogens (Category III)Ability to taste / smellList other:The above job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the positions at any time with or without notice.I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand the position qualifications, primary duties, physical requirements and working conditions and I agree to abide by this job description for as long as I am employed by the organization or until it has been revised or my job title changes. I further acknowledge that I have reviewed this job description with my supervisor and that I have been provided a copy of this document.______________________________ __________________________Employee Printed Name Employee Signature Date_____________________________Medical Director Printed Name Medical Director Signature DateJob Type: Full-timePay: $12.00 – $18.00 per hourBenefits:401(k)Health insurancePaid time offMedical Specialty:PathologySchedule:8 hour shiftDay shiftMonday to FridayEducation:High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:Clinical Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)Shift availability:Day Shift (Required)Work Location:One locationBenefit Conditions:Waiting period may applyOnly full-time employees eligibleWork Remotely:NoWork Location: One location

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