Anatomic Pathology Coordinator - Full time

Overview: This position performs a wide range of complex secretarial duties using medical terminology and hospital procedures to support efficient laboratory operations. The coordinator manages daily interactions with Meritus Providers, external institutions, pathologists, legal representatives, and occasionally patients to ensure proper handling of samples such as blocks and slides for second opinions, consults, primary reviews, research, and additional testing.

The role includes medical transcription duties, accurately transcribing pathology dictations into patient reports. Additional tasks include typing correspondence, reports, and studies, and performing various assignments to maintain laboratory efficiency.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Produce consistently accurate work with strong attention to detail

• Communicate effectively and appropriately with various stakeholders

• Demonstrate technical competencies and apply skills in daily operations

• Collaborate as an effective team member and fulfill commitments

• Provide excellent customer service and support a patient-centered culture

• Prioritize tasks and manage time to meet deadlines

• Serve as primary support for the Anatomic Pathology Department

• Organize incoming mail, faxes, and packages; monitor and order supplies

• Perform data entry, transcription, specimen verification, and report distribution

• Prepare materials for cancer conferences and tumor boards

• Prepare and send out various specimens and related materials

• Review and process legal cases according to procedures

• Assist with interpreting physician orders for appropriate lab tests

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree as an Administrative Medical Assistant or equivalent education and experience preferred

• Experience: Minimum of three years clerical experience required. Medical office or hospital experience preferred

• Skills: Strong transcription skills and basic Microsoft Office proficiency required. Knowledge of histology and pathology terminology preferred

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.