Laboratory Technical Assistant-Histology

Allina Health
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Nov 01, 2024
Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: October 30, 2024 Department: 72006389 Central Lab Pathology Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: SEIU-9-Central Lab Weekend Rotation: None Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week period) 8-hour day/evening shifts No weekends and holidays SEIU-represented, benefit-eligible position Job Description: Performs pre-analytical processes in one or more areas, such as Histology, Core lab, or Microbiology. Collaborates with certified staff and pathologists in confirming & troubleshooting specimen labeling/collection requirements, computer orders, and performing accurate and timely surgical sample preparation/staining techniques. This position may perform waived testing. Principle Responsibilities Performs routine pre-analytic laboratory procedures. Evaluates acceptability of specimens. Processes specimens as required. Performs routine problem resolution related to orders, specimens, and billing. Works closely with certified staff and pathologists in confirming and troubleshooting specimen labeling/collection requirements, computer orders, and performing accurate and timely surgical sample preparation/staining techniques. May perform waived testing. Ensures patient orders are accurate and complete. Performs scheduling, ordering and releasing in patients' electronic medical record. Evaluates patient orders for completeness and follows up as needed. Administrative duties. Stocks, rotates, and requests supplies on a regular basis. Trouble-shoots minor equipment issues. Performs various clerical duties. May train others in assigned work area. May assist with standard operating procedure development in assigned work area. Participates in departmental or system wide projects or committees as assigned. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School or GED plus required college coursework: 36 semester hours of chemistry/biology/medical laboratory, or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution. The 36 semester hours must contain a minimum of 24 semester hours of biology/medical laboratory technology. and At least 3 months lab training is required in each specialty lab area in which highly complex testing is to be performed Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently