What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anatomic Pathology Assistant position at TriHealth?
Job Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position would have the primary responsibility for performing frozen microtomy on surgical specimens obtained from the various surgical facilities located within TriHealth (GSH, BN, Evendale, Anderson, Butler and any other additional facilities that may be added to the corporate network.) In addition to frozen sections, this position would be responsible for assisting with cytology procedures at any or all of the TriHealth facilities listed above. Assisting would consist of --staining slides and/or preparing specimens for send-out.
This position has the following responsibilities: assist the pathologists, pathologist assistants, and histotechnologists in all related duties in Surgical Pathology; make and receive to/from customers of TriHealth; serve as a laboratory liaison for a variety of TriHealth customers; gather necessary data for service and billing; completes paperwork that meets compliance set by OIG which includes the accurate interpretation and transcription of physician orders and LIS/HIS order entry.
Job Requirements
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 50 Lbs - Rarely
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Consistently
Walking - Consistently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS…
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position would have the primary responsibility for performing frozen microtomy on surgical specimens obtained from the various surgical facilities located within TriHealth (GSH, BN, Evendale, Anderson, Butler and any other additional facilities that may be added to the corporate network.) In addition to frozen sections, this position would be responsible for assisting with cytology procedures at any or all of the TriHealth facilities listed above. Assisting would consist of --staining slides and/or preparing specimens for send-out.
This position has the following responsibilities: assist the pathologists, pathologist assistants, and histotechnologists in all related duties in Surgical Pathology; make and receive to/from customers of TriHealth; serve as a laboratory liaison for a variety of TriHealth customers; gather necessary data for service and billing; completes paperwork that meets compliance set by OIG which includes the accurate interpretation and transcription of physician orders and LIS/HIS order entry.
Job Requirements
- 1 year post High School Education in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, or Chemistry, or 2 years of experience in pathology performing frozen microtomy and fine needle aspirate preparation. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
- 1-2 years' experience Clinical in pathology
- Overall Procedure Knowledge / Quality Assurance Knowledge -including documentation as needed
- Judgment Skills/Problem Solving Skills
- Complex Assignments Received / Delegated / Completed
- Accuracy / Quality / Completeness of Work
- Ability to Prioritize / Organize / Handle Quantity of Work
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 50 Lbs - Rarely
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Consistently
Walking - Consistently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS…
- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
- Work on improving quality, safety, and service
- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
- Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!