Hospital Laboratory Assistant (St. Patrick's Hospital, Missoula)

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 motivated to help people and have a drive for service, then Incyte Diagnostics could be a great next career step!

Schedule (part-time/25 hours per week): Monday - Friday, 1 pm - 5:30 pm (30 minute lunch break)

Summary: We are seeking a Hospital Laboratory Assistant (HLA) to support the hospital pathology lab and Pathologist: HLA will receive specimens, enter patient and specimen information into the laboratory information system, and package the specimens for courier shipments: provide assistance 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 Histology and some Cytology specimens
• Data entry and perform accession QA
• Digital scan requisition images
• LIS reporting
• Handle slides for pathologist review
• Assist with hospital procedures, including but not limited to Fine Needle Aspirations, Frozen Section preparations, and Bone Marrow
• Maintain equipment & reagent supplies, along with stocking supplies
• Assist with tumor board preparation
• Provide support services for other departments and pathologists
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate or bachelor's degree in laboratory science, preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Competency with computers and MS Office programs.
• Ability to maintain accuracy, especially with numeric sequencing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Adhere to HIPAA patient confidentiality standards.
• Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently