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Req #: 242597

Department: UW MEDICINE - LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY

Posting Date: 02/14/2025

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $5,097 - $7,301 per month

Notes: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, clickhere. ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908_a11y.pdf)

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Anatomic Pathology Technician .

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week

• Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.

• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.

• Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.

• Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a UW employee. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform laboratory specimen processing consisting of receiving, identifying, sorting, preparation and distribution of pathology specimens

• Accession cytology specimens accurately and follow up on missing information

• Review cytology requests along with patient medical records to determine appropriate techniques or procedures for various specimen types

• Independently asses for specimen adequacy and ensure specimens meet testing requirements

• Determine disposition on improperly handled specimens or specimens intended for other lab sections

• Monitor and perform quality control of specimens and slide preparations

• Prepare microscopic slides using automated and semi-automated laboratory equipment

• Perform manual staining and coverslipping of cytology slides

• Maintain staining setup and prepare chemical solutions according to laboratory procedures

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of lab equipment and instruments, troubleshoot instrument malfunction

• Record laboratory data following Good Documentation Practice

• Organize and maintain cytology specimen archive in accordance with retention procedures

• Monitor and replenish lab supplies from inventory; place purchasing orders as necessary

• Provide assistance during Fine Needle Aspiration collection procedures

• Respond to inquiries concerning specimen requirements and case status

• Comply with lab policies, CAP regulations, and state & federal requirements

• Participate in training and demonstrating laboratory techniques to trainees and new employees

• Perform duties in in support of anatomic pathology services as assigned REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified, or certified within two years from the date of hire, at the Technician level by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists or the Microscopy Society of AmericaOR

• Equivalent education/experience ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public?by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.