Sr Pathology Tech Asst AA (121211), grade 480 Job in San Francisco, California US
Sr Pathology Tech Asst AA (121211), grade 480
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Pathology/Laboratory Director and the Laboratory Administrative Director or designee, and under the direct supervision of the grossing pathologist, prepares human surgical specimens for gross description and dissection including description of gross features and selection of tissues for histological examination. In addition, assists pathologist in the receipt, preparation, and examination of surgical tissue specimens and autopsies. Furthermore, assigned to direct and check the work of one or more Pathology Technical Assistants; or who have demonstrated ability to perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the Chief of Pathology/Lab Director. Finally, logs specimens appropriately, processes, and disposes in a timely and safe manner. All tasks are correct using judgment to respond appropriately to changing workload. Finally, must be willing to work in a Labor/Management Partnership. Essential Functions: - May be required to pick up and transport all pathology specimens from laboratory and surgery, verifying specimen identification and resolves discrepancies - Labels specimens, requisitions, cassettes with surgical accession number, legibly and accurately - Enters accession number, patient and specimen identifiers into computer database - Processes, prepares and sends specimens to outside laboratory; accurately completes all associated paperwork - Processes, prepares and distributes intra-facility consultations - Performs tissue sections according to written policies and procedures - Sets up necessary equipment, supplies and specimens for gross examination - Assists pathologist with gross examination of surgical specimens, and amputated limbs under direct supervision of the pathologist stores specimens after examination - Assists pathologist to perform the gross examinations and dictation of surgical specimens according to written policies and procedures under direct supervision of the pathologist - Assists pathologist to perform the cutting of various specimens according to established policies and procedures under direct supervision of the pathologist - Disinfects area/instruments including cryostat - Assists pathologist preparing fetal/infant cadavers and associated paperwork for shipment to fetal pathologist - Stores, rotates and disposes of all wet tissues in accordance with departmental procedures. Disinfects and maintains specimen storage cabinets - Disposes of tissues, decanting formaldehyde per department protocol and following all safety precautions - Receives slides from Regional Lab and distributes slides to pathologist. Verifies accuracy of shipment - Files, including slides - Assists with stocking supplies and proper utilization of supplies - Mails and distributes of report - Answers the telephone and responding to voicemail messages in a timely manner - According to established facility protocol, conducts daily morgue census; verifies if autopsy is required; and collects permit chart, etc. as assigned - This job may have supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two years experience as a Pathology Technical Assistant plus the demonstrated ability to perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the Chief of Pathology or Laboratory Director. - Two years pathology experience including assisting in surgical pathology examinations; cutting and processing surgical tissues preferred. - Must have an AA in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology, or equivalent education with at least 60 semester hours including, at a minimum, six semester hours each of chemistry and biology and twelve semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical technology in any combination from an accredited institution. OR Must have previously qualified or could have qualified as a laboratory medical technologist on or before February 28, 1992. OR On or before April 24, 1995 must have been a high school graduate or equivalent and have either graduated from a HHS approved medical laboratory training program or successfully completed an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician). - Completion of college level biology courses preferred - Good working knowledge of basic clinical laboratory and pathology terminology - Technical experience in assisting post-mortem and surgical pathology examinations - Knowledge of pathology/laboratory computer systems - Ability to write concise descriptions of specimens following department protocols - Knowledge of pathology and cytology medical terminology preferred - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language - Excellent written verbal communication skills - Excellent organizational skills necessary to work under time constraints - Ability to keep detailed records - Excellent attendance - Strong customer focus - Excellent interpersonal skills in working with customers, clinicians coworkers - Basic computer keyboard skills word processing of 20 wpm - Ability to function according to established policies and procedures under the general supervision, and, as applicable, direct supervision of a pathologist - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule Details: The position will rotate between 2425 Geary and 350 St. Joseph locations. Rotation may include various shifts and days.
