Tissue Registry Technician - AS Tissue Registry
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Job Description
The Tissue Registry Tech is responsible for reviewing all pathology reports and selects relevant Systematized Nomenclature Of medicine (SNOMED) codes based on tissue site and diagnosis. The Tissue Registry Tech is also responsible for performing a variety of clerical and processing duties that include pulling and filing of tissue (fresh and formalin fixed), glass slides, and paraffin blocks. Other duties may include maintaining supply inventory, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning. The Tissue Registry Tech works with various computer information systems on a daily basis. The Tissue Registry Tech needs to be able to handle fresh and formalin fixed tissue, organs, and amputations for archival purposes. Requires the ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling hazardous chemicals and infectious agents.
*Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply to...