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Anatomic Path Prep Asst| Histo/Surgical| Day| Full Time at UF Health
Gainesville, Florida, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Anatomic Pathology, Histology, Cytology, Specimen Labeling, Tissue Handling, Analytic Thinking, Judgment, Machinery Operation, Hazardous Materials, Biohazardous Substances, Sharp Instruments, Chemical Handling, Independent Work, Patient Care, Laboratory Experience

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Overview The Anatomic Pathology Prep Assistant (APPA) assists and supports the in the daily functions of the histology and cytology laboratories. This position is required to handle tissues, blood and/or other body fluids. It requires the accurate labeling of specimens, filing of tissue slides, blocks, and tissue samples. The APPA works with hazardous and biohazardous substances, displeasing odors and materials, and variations in room noise and temperature. It requires the use of sharp instruments as well as hazardous chemicals such as xylene and formaldehyde. The position requires careful manipulation of sensitive machinery and lifting of supplies. Independent analytic thinking and judgment by the APPA is vital. The tasks performed by the APPA directly impact the pathologist and patient care. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: High School graduate or GED required. Laboratory experience preferred. Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job. Please indicate the appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP) form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position. Licensure/Certification/Registration: None
Responsibilities
The Anatomic Pathology Prep Assistant assists in the daily functions of the histology and cytology laboratories. This includes handling tissues, blood, and other body fluids, as well as accurately labeling specimens and filing tissue slides.