Full time
HISTOLOGY CLERK
BOISE, IDAHO
Performs clerical and environmental duties in the histology/cytology department. Accountable for accurately registering all mail in specimens in histology/cytology. Provides support for the pathologists in handling and retrieving specimens. Adheres to department standards for patient identification and specimen integrity.
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
College graduates interested in working in the lab are encouraged to apply.
Basic Medical Terminology and Anatomy required. Advanced classes in Medical Terminology preferred.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
1. Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
2. Accurately registers patients (> 85%) into the hospital information system according to registration department protocols and standards.
3. Correctly labels cassettes/slides as prescribed with corresponding specimen accession number.
4. Retrieves specimen from surgery, radiology, or physicians’ offices as needed.
5. Maintains cutting area for surgical and autopsy specimens.
6. Investigates and resolves all errors and complaints concerning histology/cytology registration problems.
7. Correctly and promptly, packages and ships specimens and supplies to outside locations for testing.
8. Accurately fills out and maintains forms, requisitions, and logs as necessary.
9. Receives and processes specimens according to established policies.
10. Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and professional staff.
11. Ability to communicate effectively with physicians and hospital staff.
12. Absolute integrity with patient information and in the accurate performance of tasks.
13. Ability to work independently.
14. Good organizational skills.
15. Ability to type 45 wpm
Highlights and Benefits
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Visit https://www.saintalphonsus.org/careers/ to learn more!
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
Best Large Employer, Forbes
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health
The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II)
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 123,000 colleagues and nearly 27,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 26 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 135 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $21.5 billion with $1.4 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
