Outreach Laboratory Technician II (Path & Lab) (Finance)

DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State , clean record required

Position Summary:

Provides technical skills for the performance of basic laboratory tasks required in the preparing and analyzing of various specimens.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Essential Functions

• Logs patient data into computer system ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Stains and coverslips slides. Assembles and delivers slides to Pathologists.
• Labels biopsy cassettes and prepares biopsy specimens for grossing using routine techniques.
• Processes and aliquots samples in preparation for further testing.
• Answers laboratory phone and triages client service concerns.
• Files slides and paperwork.
• Performs and documents instrument and stain maintenance.
• Acquires laboratory specimens from nearby contracted clinics and doctors' offices.
• Markets Outreach Laboratory services to outside clinics and doctors' offices.
• Handles billing questions/problems from contracted clinics and doctors' offices. Resolves all issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Completes medical transcriptions in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Moderate typing skills and medical terminology course or medical transcription skills.
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State , clean record required

Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum Experience:
1 year of relevant experience required
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.