Our UPMC Hamot laboratory team is excited to welcome your application to join us as a full-time Surgical Pathology Technician! Our role will serve Monday - Friday, 7:00a - 3:30p with no holidays and weekends!

Why you should join us:

With UPMC Hamot, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and compassion in healthcare. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, respect, and teamwork. Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients while furthering your career in a supportive setting. Along with an exciting role, we are happy to offer professional growth opportunities as well as a robust Total Rewards package to help you achieve your goals because we believe you’re at your best when receiving the support you need in all areas of life: professional, personal, financial, and more. Join us today!

Responsibilities:

• Examine surgical biopsy specimens and provide gross descriptions following Surgical Pathology Manual.

• Provide accurate gross descriptions of surgical specimens in case reports.

• Perform special specimen handling (radiography, photography, etc.).

• File, retrieve, and maintain surgical and autopsy materials records.

• Maintain equipment record logs.

• Replenish physicians' office supplies.

• Ensure proper operation, repair, and preventive maintenance of equipment and tools.

• Verify patient identification on specimen requisitions and containers.

• Correlate patient history with specimen type and consult clinicians for conflicts.

• Utilize voice recognition software for specimen documentation.

• Receive, sort, and verify patient identifiers with barcoded labels.

• Handle, store, and dispose of surgical and autopsy tissue adhering to safety standards.

• Document discrepancies and resolutions in APLIS.

• Perform clerical and computer entry functions for supply ordering and maintenance.

• Attend required in-services, lectures, and training classes.

• Receive and accession specimens in LIS.

Required

• Associate's degree in a laboratory science AND 2 years of hospital laboratory experience OR

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related health sciences required AND 1 year of hospital laboratory experience, preferred

Preferred

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information system experience

• Customer service experience

• Prior experience in a histology laboratory

• CoPath computer experience

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran