What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anatomic Pathology Processing Tech position at Texas Health Care?
Overview of the Role :
Responsible for receipt, accessioning, and processing of tissue and cytology specimens.
Works with the histology and cytology lead technologists to maintain appropriate supplies.
Coordinates duties with other AP Processing Techs, Cytotechnologists, and Pathologist as needed.
Work closely with the Laboratory Medical Director on all aspects of processing anatomic specimens.
Primary Job Duties :
Responsible for the daily operations of anatomic pathology processing :
AP order processing and accessioning, including both cytology and tissue specimens.
ThinPrep specimen aliquoting and labeling for molecular testing
ThinPrep cytology slide preparation and labeling for cytologic examination, including reprocessing as needed.
Performs gross descriptions of tissue specimens (small, outpatient biopsy specimens) and appropriately processes these for tissue processing.
Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of automated cytology staining equipment and coverslipper.
Maintain grossing hood and supplies.
Utilizes time effectively through workflow and coordination with other staff to maintain turn-around-time goals.
Education and Experience :
Qualify to perform high complexity testing under current CLIA-88 regulations.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory / medical technology sciences
Must be able to work 3 pm to 11 pm Monday-Friday
Location : The lab is in West Fort Worth but will be relocating to the North Richland Hills at the end of 2024 or the first of 2025, pending construction.
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