Pathology Technician -(Full-time) San Luis Obispo, CA

Company: WestPac Labs, Inc
Location: San Luis Obispo
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Job Description:

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: Quality is in our DNA is it in yours? You are a superhero when it comes to patient specimens. You've got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the drive to keep things running smoothly. You're also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.Join our front line of ! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.This opportunity isLocation: San Luis Obispo, CAStatus: Full-timeDays- Monday - Friday and Saturday if needed with a flex dayHours: TBDBase Pay: $18.00 to $22.00 D.O.E.. In this role, you will:

• Responsible for the proper accessioning and log in of patient specimens
• Responsible for ensuring that the correct codes (specimen and CPT) are entered on each specimen or lab test ordered
• Responsible for grossing of less complex routine specimens in accordance with WPL's grossing policies
• Properly dictates the grossing and description of routine specimens
• Grosses only those specimens for which he or she has received proper training and deemed competent by Supervisor
• Organizes and coordinates specimens, blocks and slides, including filing, sorting and storing of all specimens daily to ensure that materials can be located immediately at all times.
• Prepares solutions, reagents and stains following laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Assists Pathologists with frozen sections procedures and staining and any other requests from Pathologists.
• Prepares non-gyn cytology specimens using cyto-centrifugation technique or Surepath pre-preparation
• Assures proper maintenance of equipment by participating in the daily checking or cleaning of equipment related to job such as refrigerators, freezers, cyto-centrifuge, cryostat, dictation equipment, etc.
• Completes pathology laboratory logs
• Monitors inventory levels. Counts orders upon receipt and stores in designated storage area same day as delivery
• Ensures cleanliness of the pathology laboratory, gross room and equipment on daily basis
• Demonstrates safe practices as trained and participates in on-going safety training per WPL policy
• Responsible for customer service related to the laboratory such as answering phones and receiving visitors to the laboratory. Promotes a positive image of WPL through professional, efficient and pleasant interactions with physicians, clients and staff.
• Responsible for fulfilling/responding to email requests from Pathologist's
• Organizes and prepares slides for couriers to deliver to hospitals and doctor offices
• Responsible for retrieving slide and block requests as requested, documenting request and properly packaging and sending materials with the courier
• Responsible for various afternoon and evening Histology duties including handling and distributing late order slides (IHC's and specials), printing worklists, starting processors and assisting with stainer maintenance.
• In addition to an employee's typical work schedule, this position may require employees to work overtime, weekends, split shifts, varying shift schedules, and holidays if needed by the Company. Other duties may apply as necessary. All you need is:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Science from an accredited college or university.
  • Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing
  • Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
  • Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms. Bonus points if you've got:
    • 1 - 2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory We'll give you:
      • Appreciation for your work
      • A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
      • Opportunity to grow in your profession
      • Free lab services for you and your dependents
      • Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
      • Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
      • Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
      • A sense of belonging - we're a community! We also want you to know: This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties. WestPac Labs, Inc. Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Job Category:PathologyCompany:WestPac Labs, Inc. Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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