Emory Healthcare

Digital Pathology Imaging Tech

  • Emory Healthcare
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Full Time
  • 11 days ago
Salary
$16.7 - $27.93 / Hour

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Job Description

Overview:
Emory Medical Laboratory's mission is to TRANSFORM HEALTH AND HEALING by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. Emory Medical Laboratory supports the EMORY HEALTHCARE missions of clinical care, education, and research by demonstrating the core values of:
  • EXCELLENCE: in technology and consultative services,
  • CARING: by staff and faculty for those we serve, and
  • INTEGRITY: in our interactions with customers, colleagues, and ourselves.
Description:
Shift: 9:30AM - 6PM
  • Performs all aspects of digital imaging of glass microscopic slides.
  • Utilizes high-throughput automated scanner instruments, following established laboratory protocols and policies for slide digitizing.
  • Utilizes hospital informatics, hospital picture archiving & communication system (PACS) and digital informatics software to track various stages of scanning completion.
  • Responsible for quality assurance of images to include troubleshooting instrumentation problems, reporting suboptimal slides to appropriate laboratory personnel, and documentation of issues & resolutions.
  • Responsible for communicating preanalytical errors to appropriate laboratory personnel.
  • Effectively communicates delays and quality issues with pathologists.
  • Responsible for distributing and/or filing of glass microscopic slides as required after digitizing is complete.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Intermediate computer skills; medical terminology preferred.
  • Experience with digital pathology scanning preferred.
Digital Pathology Imaging Tech, Salary: $16.70-$27.93/hour
  • The salary of the position is based on years of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
  • This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Additional Details:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation. Shift work, travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators may be required.

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