U.S. Dermatology Partners·Plano, Texas
Provides administrative and technical support in the Pathology Laboratory, including specimen triage, accessioning, and maintaining patient files. Responsible for preparing reagents, maintaining laboratory instrumentation, and adhering to strict safety and biohazard protocols.
Maintains/services instruments according to established protocols. Demonstrate the ability to operate or use instruments for intended purpose. Monitors and documents instrument performance and checks/recognizes malfunctions and identifies the need of repair. As applicable when fully trained.
Reagent
Preparation: Prepares reagents according to established procedures. Records quality control data for each reagent. Select proper storage and preservation for all reagents. Recognizes reagent malfunction and need to replace reagent. As applicable when fully trained.
General
Safety: Demonstrates correct safety practices as defined in established protocol. Recognizes and corrects dangerous situations related to job safety. Adhere to all OSHA regulations and universal precautions.
Chemical
Hygiene/Biohazard
Procedures: Demonstrate proper handling of chemicals and biohazard materials. Maintains knowledge of OSHA regulations and use of universal precaution Assists in the evaluation of new procedures and equipment for possible adoption by the laboratory environment. Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagent, and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports. Prepares slides with permanent labels and files appropriately. Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service. Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.
QualificationsSECTION 3: Experience Requirements Minimum one year of work experience in an laboratory or medical office is preferred. SECTION 4:
Requirements Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, preferred Basic knowledge of medical billing coding, including CPT and ICD-10 coding, preferred Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and teammate support needs Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving Basic to intermediate computer operation Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines SECTION 5: Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Preferred minimum of one year of experience in a laboratory or medical office setting. Requires proficiency in medical terminology, basic billing coding, and computer skills, along with the ability to follow complex safety regulations.
Market context
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