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Incyte Diagnostics Hospital Laboratory Assistant I, Kadlec WA in Richland, Washington
Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. Our team of expert pathologists believe in a collaborative approach to patient care centered on outstanding quality diagnostics and service to the Northwest medical community. Not only do we bolster our community, but we also provide numerous resources to our employees which help bring balance to the complexities of work and personal life through our wellness programs. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Incyte Diagnostics could be a great next career step! Schedule Hours - rotate weekly 7:30 am to 4 pm and 8:30 pm to 5 pm. Days - Monday to Friday Location: Kadlec Regional Medical Center Hospital Laboratory Assistant I (HLA I) will support the hospital pathology lab and Pathologist: receive specimens, enter patient and specimen information into the laboratory information system. Responsible to package the specimens for courier shipments: may also help in procedures requiring slide preparations such as rapid assessments or frozen sections. Additional support activities include light administrative duties as requested by the pathologist, maintaining pathology laboratory equipment and reagents, and filing of blocks and slides. You Will: Review and update the Pathologist schedule each day Pick up specimens from surgery or other hospital department locations for delivery to pathology Assess and accession Cytology specimens & Histology specimens Data entry, scan requisition images & accessioning QA Complete/file Meditech reports: administer slides for pathologist review Assist with slide preparation during rapid assessments, including endobronchial ultrasound biopsies amd assist with frozen sections Maintain storage of archived blocks and slides (Not applicable for all locations) Maintain reagent supplies, stock supplies and will maintain equipment Assist with tumor board preparation & provide support services for other departments and pathologists Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Medical terminology knowledge required Previous laboratory experience preferred Exemplary written and oral communication skills, as will be interfacing with hospital staff and Pathologist and will perform accessioning tasks Detail oriented, astute numbering skills: pace & accuracy a focus Solid multi-tasking ability & top-notch organizational skills Ability to troubleshoot and address problems Incyte Diagnostics is an EOE, including disability/veterans: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package* which includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and disability benefits, a retirement plan, paid holidays, PTO/vacation benefits, and floating holidays. Compensation is commensurate with experience and/or education. Full benefit details can be found here: https://www.incytediagnostics.com/about/benefits/ (*The benefits package offered is dependent upon the FTE and employment status.) For other great opportunities: visit Incyte Diagnostics: https://www.incytediagnostics.com/about/Careers Incyte Diagnostics is an EEO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity