*Description* Summary: Maintains the integrity of all surgical and cytological specimens to aid in the Pathologist'sdiagnosis of disease. Responsibilities: 1.Accurately registers & accessions specimens, verifies patient ID & physician demographics, clinical information & pertinent history to ensure accurate information for testing & billing. 2.Process specimens in compliance with all applicable procedures & protocols observing all safety & OSHA standards. 3.Performs daily section set up to ensure each area is operational & that all areas are clean & in working order. Precise maintenance & quality control of instruments is performed & documented. 4.Perform equipment maintenance as needed to include changing/preparing stain solutions, performing scheduled equipment cleaning, troubleshooting, etc. 5.Assist cytotechnologist in various OR procedures, such as EBUS & EUS by performing STAT stains for quick analysis when applicable. 6.Prepare specimens utilizing various concentration techniques & staining protocols to ensure the best possible smears. Reprocess samples initially identified as unacceptable to enhance TAT & customer satisfaction. 7.Separates & delivers aliquots of samples when needed to the appropriate section for additional testing. 8.Communicates with physicians' offices & clinics, handling requests for information & or supplies. 9.Performs clerical tasks as needed including computer data entry, faxing reports, compiling statistics, answering phones, & filing slides & or blocks & requisitions accurately. 10.Maintains inventory of supplies, placing orders when needed to ensure uninterrupted workflow & avoiding costly rush orders. 11.Compiles slides reports & patient release forms for outgoing consults, expediting patient diagnosis. Collects & or retrieves slides for pathology resident review & tumor boards. 12.Achieves the organizations established expectations regarding quality of service, teamwork, customer service, safety, education, & staff development. Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT Other Information: This position requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma and one year job-relatedexperience. Associate's Degree preferred. Working Conditions: Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 132 Department: Pathology Anatomic Exempt: No Salary Range: $16.50 - $30.44 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.