The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Anatomic Pathology Assistant
WORK SCHEDULE
Per Diem (Intermittent, On-Call)
Day Shift
WHAT WE OFFER
Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.
Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a UW employee.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Certified, or certified within two years from the date of hire, at the Technician level by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists, or the Microscopy Society of America
OR
Equivalent education/experience.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Receives, handles, and stores specimens. Accessions specimens to appropriate subspecialty service and/ or residents. Provides support for residents and offers assistance.
Processes tissue using a tissue processor or appropriate equipment. Coordinates with Histology processor times and special embedding instructions.
Performs general laboratory functions such as, preparation of solutions, proper labeling of solutions, proper storage of chemical & supplies, maintenance of equipment, temperature monitoring. Uses general laboratory instrumentation including computer system appropriately.
Assists in Frozen Room & performs frozen sections and routine staining including cover slipping and turnout.
Uploads photographs or prints photographs.
Performs Quality Control. Follows QI procedures. Refers quality assurance issues to the appropriate supervisor and/ or department.
Is organized and prioritizes work. Keeps work area cleaned properly. Anticipates fellow staff members’ needs and offers support.
Follows all safety requirements including, standard precautions at all times, proper personal protective equipment and proper use of MSDS. Maintains safe working environment.
Performs daily routine functions: Placenta pick-up, Gross set-up, Frozen Section Room set-up.
ABOUT US
A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. To learn more about our team, please click HERE
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