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Position Summary:Position Summary The Pathology Laboratory Assistant is responsible for preparing the autopsy room for procedures and assists with the autopsy procedure to facilitate the performance for the pathologist and residents.Schedule:0900am-0530pm, Monday through Friday Holidays will be rotated, and weekends may be requested depending on the need.Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients.As a team member, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one:Health & Wellness Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) On-site pharmacy and discounted health services Wellness incentives--earn up to $500/year Financial Security Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match Group life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance at no cost Time Away & Family Support Nearly five weeks of PTO--including vacation, holidays, and sick leave Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring Learning & Career Growth Preferred Education Program:earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out-of-pocket costs Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year) Full career development resources:coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training Extra Perks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years.With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida.The hospital has earned recognition from U.S.News & World Report as a Best Hospital in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions.Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet Recognition, the gold standard for nursing's contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service excellence.Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond.Collectively, our 27,000team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life.We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions.Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.Essential Functions ? Receives and accessions pathology specimens using the HIS and LIS.? Inventories, files and disposes of pathology specimens.? Organizes and loads tissue specimens on tissue processors.? Triages frozen sections in a manner which will expedite their processing.? Slide and block filing.? Retrieves tissue specimens, tissue blocks or slides as requested by the pathologists, residents or supervisors for further study.? Performs and documents solution changes on tissue processors and stainers, maintain all instruments and work areas in a clean functional condition.? Reports any environmental or mechanical issues to Engineering or Biomed via work order.? Other functions which may be assigned include:filing, requisitions, reports, prepare cytology specimens, retrieval and faxing reports to doctor offices, locating and preparing blocks and slides for send out to outside organizations for review or additional procedures.Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.Other Related Functions ? Responsible for maintaining an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program.? Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.? Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all