Pathology Support Specialist Full-Time Days

Pathology Support Specialist Full-Time Days

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The Pathology Support Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. 

Responsibilities:

• Supports the medical directors, pathologists, physicians and other laboratory personnel as required, by performing an array of clerical and clinical support functions for the pathology laboratory. 

• Coordinates the retrieval of data/information, recording data/information in charts, file or databases 

• Maintains the integrity of the pathology report, slide and block archive. 

• Maintains appropriate and accurate documentation ensuring that diagnostic materials are available for review by physicians and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner and are retained for the appropriate timeframe per current regulatory guidelines. 

• Ensures files and records are accurate and held confidential, also, acting as a runner, delivering materials to various hospital departments. 

• Maintains report (hard copy and/or digital),slide, and block archive. 

• Pulls slides and blocks as requested and return to storage 

• Coordinates requests and material transfers with the off-site storage facility. 

• Handles requests for external and internal consultations following established procedures 

• Handles requests for referred laboratory testing on blocks and/or slides (i.e. FISH testing, quantitative metal analysis,molecular testing, etc.). 

• Works with laboratory management to identify materials qualifying for disposal per the current regulatory retention guidelines. Discards materials and documents discard. 

• Participates in Quality Management activities related to the surgical pathology archive. 

• Maintains file room supplies. Promptly notifies senior staff of supply shortages or delivery problems. 

• Maintains a clean, safe, and effective work environment to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Answers routine inquiries related to the surgical pathology archive. 

• Participates in Safety and Infection Control activities. 

• May assist in training other staff in area of expertise and may assist in specific process improvement projects 

Qualifications

Required: 

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Computer experience with keyboard proficiency; strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel applications.

Preferred: 

• Associates degree in science; prior work experience in laboratory support or health related experience 

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.