Company Overview

Spectrum Healthcare Partners is Maine’s largest multi-specialty, physician-owned and directed professional organization and is comprised of over 200 physicians practicing in the areas of anesthesiology, orthopaedics, pain management, pathology, radiation oncology, radiology, and vascular & interventional services. Spectrum provides services at many of Maine’s hospitals throughout the state and in eastern New Hampshire. 
Primary site of coverage is located in Exeter, NH.  Hours:  M-F, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pathology Technologist is responsible to provide a wide-range of high-level support to Pathologists and Pathologists’ Assistants (PAs); working closely with them at Pathology’s sites of service to provide support in the processing of tissue specimens. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides accurate and thorough gross examination of small biopsy specimens and larger, uncomplicated tissue specimens from designated sites of service (precise list of uncomplicated, larger specimens per Pathology policy).
2. Submits appropriate tissue sections necessary for histologic preparation.
3. Efficiently dictates accurate, concise gross descriptions for biopsies and larger, uncomplicated tissue specimens.  
4. Works with pathologists and PAs to increase efficiency at sites of service.
5. Performs frozen sections as needed at various sites of service.
6. Maintain equipment and supply inventory; maintain cleanliness of work area; dispose of specimens as needed.
7. Participates in various projects in support of the Pathology Division’s goals and objectives.
8. Complies with established safety and biohazard regulations.
9. Assists in the conduct of quality assurance within Pathology.

• Attends relevant pathologist and/or PA meetings
• Interacts effectively with lab employees, pathologists and others
• Demonstrate professionalism at all times
• Displays cooperative behavior and interacts positively and effectively with others to promote a team environment
• Performs other duties necessary to maintain the overall efficiency and continuity of the department
• Is proactive in identifying, reporting and participating in the resolution of any potential or actual patient safety issues
• Support Company vision and values

• Bachelor's or associate’s degree in laboratory science or its equivalent: 60 semester hours, including 24 semester hours of medical lab technology, or 60 semester hours, including 24 hours of science that includes 6 hours chemistry, 6 hours biology, and 12 hours chemistry, biology or, medical laboratory technology in any combination, and laboratory training that includes either completion of a clinical lab training program or 3 months training in pathology.
• Experience in laboratory medicine / anatomic pathology highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with, and problem solving for, physicians and laboratory staff

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to make decisions
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

• Computer and laboratory software experience desirable (Power Path, Microsoft Office)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• May be required to work a 2nd shift schedule, with flexibility
• May be required to stand or sit for long periods of time while attending to his or her clinical duties
• Operation of various office equipment: dictation systems, fax machine, telephone and voice mail system, computer, e-mail system, cell phone, pager, and copier
• Travel to various sites of service will be required
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens may occur.  Use of appropriate measures is required for safety controls and techniques.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (80% company paid)
• Health Savings Account (Company Match: $3,000 family plan / $1625 individual plan)
• Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k) Match and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (company paid)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Generous paid time off
• Voluntary, Employee-Paid Benefits
• Medical Reimbursement Plan
• Dependent Care Plan

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