Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Digital Imaging

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• Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Digital Imaging Department: James | Digital Pathology Scope of Position : The Digital Pathology Department provides continuity of care for patients of OSUWMC as it relates to surgical pathology cases that are performed at OSUWMC.
• As well as cases that originate at outside institutions and are now being referred for secondary review at OSUWMC.
• These services support clinical care, clinical trials, and research activities of OSUWMC physicians as relates to surgical pathology specimens and Digital Pathology Services.

Position Summary

The Digital Processing Technician provides high quality customer service for the Department of Pathology. This position involves the preparation and processing of microscopy slides for scanning, as well as directing of materials to the appropriate pathologists and other pathology personnel. Responds to requests for diagnostic pathology specimens from investigators in Pathology and OSU Wexner Medical Center, Digital Pathology Scan Center, OSU Clinical Trials Office, pathology support staff and attorney offices and other outside requests. This position will respond to requests and gathers all necessary information for processing of requests; monitors and validates the appropriateness of individuals requesting material; ensures proper approval for use of diagnostic specimens, specimen obtained from banked on site and off site locations. The Processing Technician will record specimens/ projects utilizing Beaker and other databases for tracking various stages of completion. This position does interact with pathologists and collaborates with other pathology services i.e. Histology, Surgical Pathology on a daily. The Digital Processing Technician reports to the Manager of Pathology Support Services and takes direction from the Senior Digital Processing Technician.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: High school education required; Associates degree or higher preferred in medical laboratory technology or biological science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. On going: Meets minimum continuing education requirements; meets health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.

Additional Information

• Location: OSU Histology Laboratory (2308) Position Type: Term (Fixed Term) Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
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