Digital Processing Technician – Pathology, Histology

Ohio State University Physicians

Digital Processing Technician preparing and tracking pathology slides for OSUP’s outpatient healthcare laboratories. Supporting digital scanning, specimen quality, laboratory information systems, and diagnostic pathology operations.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $15 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in microscopy slide preparation, quality assurance, and laboratory operations while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Proficient in managing pathology specimens and utilizing electronic medical records and laboratory databases.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microscopy Slide PreparationPathology Specimen ManagementHistology Technical SkillsElectronic Medical Records KnowledgeQuality Assurance Compliance

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Hard Skills

Microscopy Slide PreparationPathology Specimen ProcessingQuality ControlAnalytical AbilityCritical ThinkingDocumentation StandardsLaboratory Equipment MaintenanceEvidence-Based Practice KnowledgeCost Reduction StrategiesTechnical Skills in Histology

Soft Skills

High Interpersonal SkillsProblem Resolution

Tools & Technologies

BeakerEPIC/IHISPACSComputerized Laboratory Equipment

Industry Keywords

HIPAA ConfidentialityQuality ImprovementPatient CareRegulatory Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, organize, clean, label, and quality-check microscopy slides for digital scanning
Process and track pathology specimens and requests with accurate documentation and timely handling
Match slides with corresponding paperwork and maintain specimen integrity during processing and transport
Support slide scanning by loading and unloading slides and reviewing scanned images for quality
Package, transport, receive, and distribute specimens, slides, and laboratory materials
Use Beaker, EPIC/IHIS, and other databases to document, track, and manage cases and specimens
Collaborate with pathologists, histology staff, and other laboratory teams
Maintain laboratory equipment and perform routine cleaning and maintenance
Follow safety, confidentiality, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements
Assist with inventory management, documentation, problem resolution, departmental projects, and operational activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree or higher in medical laboratory technology or biological science preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
High interpersonal skills for sensitive and confidential situations
Analytical ability and critical thinking to gather and interpret data and implement solutions
Ability to maintain and develop knowledge related to evidence-based practice, patient care, quality improvement, cost reduction, and current policies and procedures
Current knowledge and technical skills in Histology and Pathology
Knowledge of electronic medical records, PACS, documentation standards, and HIPAA confidentiality
Understanding of electronic equipment and computerized laboratory equipment
Discipline-specific technical skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health reimbursement accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Holidays
Wellness program