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Pathology Lab Intern

Forefront Dermatology

#Compliance #Healthcare #Safety Training #Specimen Processing #Laboratory Information System #Pathology #Microtome #Laboratory Science #Embedding

Quick overview

The intern will assist the pathology lab team with specimen reception, slide preparation, and the organization of pathology logs and requisitions. They are also responsible for maintaining lab equipment and adhering to safety and compliance protocols.

Requirements summary

Candidates should be high school students or graduates with an interest in laboratory science. Required attributes include strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

high schoolAttention To DetailCustomer ServiceMulti-taskingConfidentialityCommunication SkillsComputer SkillsSpecimen HandlingLaboratory Information SystemLab OrganizationH&E Slide Preparation

Job description

Overview

The Pathology Lab Intern will assist the Pathology Lab team with a wide range of tasks and projects as related to fulfilling curriculum requirements, receiving specimens, preparing slide trays, sorting pathology requisitions, filing blocks and slides, scanning pathology logs and shipping labels, and assisting with all aspects of lab organization and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions Complete curriculum requirements.
Receive specimens into the lab following protocol.
Release orders in the laboratory information system.
Prepare specimens and blocks for grossing.
Prepare blocks for techs after embedding, including but not limited to cleaning and organizing blocks prior to tech microtome cutting.
Assist with H&E slide preparation, including loading and unloading of slides into/ from auto-stainer, and operating cover slipper.
Prepare slide trays and requisitions prior to delivery to pathologists.
Perform am and pm opening and closing duties as assigned.
Daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning of lab equipment and tools per schedule.
File each slides, blocks and requisitions per procedure.
Organize and scan pathology logs and shipping labels.
Complete and adhere to compliance and safety training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education High school student or graduate with an interest in and aptitude to work in Laboratory Science.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be flexible with hours to meet workflow demands Must possess attention to detail, good organizational skills and computer skills. Must possess excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others. Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team. Ability to use time productively and contribute to company operational efficiency and effectiveness. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information. Physical Demands Ability to communicate in an active multi-office environment. Ability to efficiently operate all job-related office equipment (telephone, computer, calculator, fax, copier). Ability to communicate via telephone. Ability to sit for large portions of a workday. Forefront will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. In addition, Forefront does not use external messaging applications such as WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive communication or requests of this nature, delete them. Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact hr@forefrontderm.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.