Hospital Lab Technician 1

Under general supervision, provides clinical administrative, patient care support to the Department of Anatomic Pathology at Parnassus, Mount Zion, and Mission Bay campuses. Receives and processes anatomic pathology, cytology and molecular consultations and accompanying requisitions from internal departments and external facilities. Registers patients into APeX system.

Communicates with internal departments, outside medical groups, patients, clients and insurance companies to verify billing information and obtain authorizations. Accessions all anatomic pathology, consult, molecular, cytology and surgical cases into departmental clinical database system (CoPath). Coordinates weekly clinical conferences and tumor boards.

Responds to requests from internal and outside facilities for patient reports, slides and blocks. Coordinates research and legal requests, prepares and submits requests for special stains. Maintains patient records, reports, slides, and blocks. Receives and distributes courier cooler contents. Acts as a customer service representative for internal and external inquires.

Responsibilities

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of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

0-100 Yes

Receives and accessions Pathology Department consultations and accompanying requisitions from internal departments and external facilities.

0-100 Yes

Registers patients and institutions in APeX and CoPath systems, and acquires appropriate insurance authorizations necessary to obtain reimbursement for procedures performed. Verifies physician information.

0-100 Yes Maintains pathology slides, blocks and patient records and responds to requests from internal and external facilities.

0-100 Yes Receives and accessions molecular specimens and requisitions from internal departments and external facilities

0-100 Yes Receives and accessions cytology wet specimens and requisitions from internal departments and external facilities

0-100 Yes Receives and accessions surgical wet specimens and requisitions from internal departments and external facilities

0-100 Yes General Administrative Support: Courier receipt and distribution, mail distribution, customer service assistance,

100%

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
• Bachelor’s degree or at least one year of equivalent relevant work experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of Windows applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities and perform well under pressure and deadlines.
• Ability to understand the complexities within a specialty department.
• Successful completion of APeX registration training within the first 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in Pathology department
• Coursework in Biology/Anatomy
• Previous experience working in pathology or a medical laboratory environment
• Working knowledge of APeX and/or CoPath systems

About UCSF

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We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

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UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is 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, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

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