Histology Support Services Specialist at Wellstar Health Systems in Marietta, Georgia

Job Description:

Overview

The Histology Support Services Specialist is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.

• Schedule:Full Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a Histology Support Services Specialist:

• Collaborative
• Time Efficient
• Organized
• Critical Thinker
• Attention to Detail
• Compassionate

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details


Facility: Kennestone Hospital




Overview



Under general supervision of the Histology/Cytology Manager, Wellstar Health System Laboratory and direct supervision of the Coor Cytology, responsibilities include but not limited to data entry of patient information, preparation and processing of cytology specimens (GYN and NON)GYN) and/or pathology specimens, clerical duties, send out processes, etc Confirm and distribute completed surgical and cytology cases that have been accessioned, filing (slides/blocks/reports), retrieving tumor and consult requests, and have full knowledge of regulatory policies. Maintain department inventory with adequate supplies, cytology and surgical specimens are stored properly and discarded within regulatory safety guidelines.



Responsibilities



Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• CYTOLOGY AND SURGICAL PATHOLOGY PREPARATION:
  * Accurately register/accession patient data and specimen information into Anatomic Pathology computer system.
  * Verifies the identification of specimens and patients as they are received into the lab for evaluation.
  * Research and document discrepancies involving patient identification and specimen labeling.
  * Performs cytology and pathology preparation on patient samples
  * Performs send out duties on patient specimens, enter clerical and billing charges, packaging and tracking.
  * Retrieve surgical specimens from operating room and GI Lab at scheduled times per facility, as applicable.
  * Accompany nursing staff and security to morgue for fetal demise log in to ensure proper identification and verify the consent for final disposition and examination form is complete and present. Per facility, as applicable.
  * Coordinate fetal disposition / cremation with nursing staff, Bereavement Coordinator, and funeral home (s). Per facility, as applicable.


• PATHOLOGY COMPUTER, PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUMENTATION:
  * Knowledge of cytology instrumentation and ability to troubleshoot.
  * Retrieve and update accessioning and send outs logs from the laboratory computer system.
  * Enter send out test charges as well as Intraoperative consultation charges.
  * Have complete understanding and knowledge of Co path histology billing which includes but not limited to frozen section, OR Consult, etc.
  * Check pending log and confirm specimens are received daily.


• QUALITY MANAGEMENT:
  * Document and resolve any quality control and assurance issues and inform supervisor.
  * Performs maintenance check on department equipment and document accordingly.
  * Print patient reports and prepared Reference lab requisitions to send out for consultation accurately.
  * Have a basic knowledge of cost management involving reagents, and efficiency, without compromising patient quality.
  * Follow all regulatory policies including but not limited to OSHA, CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, etc. for safety proper handling and disposal of chemicals and pathologic waste.


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• Required for All Jobs


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• Performs other duties as assigned


• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.


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  Qualifications
  
  Required Minimum Education


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• High school diploma Required


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• Required Minimum Experience


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• Minimum 1 year job-related experience Required


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• Required Minimum Skills


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• General knowledge of lab techniques and principles, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting abilities.


• Cytology and Histology training, Histology and Cytology Safety Regulatory knowledge, Anatomical Pathology computer training.


• Must have absolute integrity in the tasks performed and the ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.


• Must have good organizational skills.


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• Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
  
  
  Additional Licenses and Certifications
  
  

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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.



Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.



Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.



Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  
  

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