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HCA Healthcare

Trauma Surgical Profee Coder

Olathe, KS · On-site

Knowledge of pathophysiology is preferred. * Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC required ... Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our ...

HCA Healthcare

Trauma Surgical Profee Coder

Lenexa, KS · On-site

Knowledge of pathophysiology is preferred. * Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC required ... Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our ...

Parallon

Trauma Surgical Profee Coder

Brentwood, TN

Knowledge of pathophysiology is preferred. * Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC required ... Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior pathology coder in the United States is $21.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Pathology Coder vs Pathology Coder?

AspectSenior Pathology CoderPathology Coder
CertificationsAHIMA or AAPC credentials, experience preferredSame certifications, typically less experience required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, pathology labs, outpatient clinicsHospitals, outpatient facilities, labs
Job ResponsibilitiesReview complex pathology reports, ensure accurate coding, mentor junior staffCode pathology reports, ensure compliance, handle routine cases

The main difference between a Senior Pathology Coder and a Pathology Coder is experience level and responsibility. Senior Pathology Coders handle more complex cases, provide mentorship, and often have more certifications or years of experience. Both roles work in similar environments and require comparable credentials, but the senior position involves additional leadership and expertise.

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Surgical Pathology Technician

UPMC Senior Communities

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$21.14 - $35.13/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Join the team at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital as a full-time Surgical Pathology Technician and play a vital, hands-on role in supporting patient care behind the scenes. This daylight shift position runs Monday through Friday with 8-hour shifts starting between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and ending between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., plus rotating weekend coverage (on-site Saturdays and on-call Sundays) with no holiday requirement. Coverage rotates across UPMC's urban campuses, including UPMC Shadyside, Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Mercy.
In this unique role, you'll work closely with pathologists and Pathologists' Assistants in the anatomic pathology lab and autopsy suite-performing OR specimen pick-ups, managing cases in the laboratory information system, transferring and preparing tissue/biopsy specimens, and assisting with adult autopsies. Responsibilities also include diener coverage, supporting autopsy procedures, coordinating with funeral homes and decedents' families, maintaining the morgue, and helping train pathology residents and Pathologists' Assistant students. You'll join a collaborative team of 10 Surgical Pathology Technicians in a supportive department culture ideal for compassionate individuals who are eager to learn and contribute meaningfully in a non-patient-facing clinical environment.
Documents to Upload at Time of Application
  • Resume
  • Transcripts
    Non-editable official/unofficial transcripts including university name & student name

Responsibilities:
  • Examine and prepare surgical biopsy specimens for microscopic evaluation by providing gross description of each case as defined by the Surgical Pathology Manual while maintaining accurate records of all activities.
  • Consistently provide an accurate gross description of surgical specimens as recorded in case report for pathologist.
  • Perform additional special specimen handling radiography, photography, special fixation, etc.
  • File and retrieve surgical and autopsy materials and maintain accurate records of all such activities.
  • Maintain record logs for the equipment.
  • Replenish supplies for physicians' offices.
  • Ensure proper operation, repair and replacement, and preventative maintenance of area equipment and tools.
  • Verify complete and accurate patient identification on specimen requisition and container and reject specimens with conflicting/inadequate patient identifiers.
  • Correlate patient history with specimen type and consult admitting clinician with conflicts.
  • Utilize voice recognition software during documentation of specimen gross appearance.
  • Receive, sort, and verify patient identifiers as cases are accessioned with bar coded labels.
  • Perform proper handling, storage and disposition of all surgical and autopsy tissue while adhering to the regulatory and compliance standards regarding biohazard and safety.
  • Document discrepancy and resolution in APLIS.
  • Perform clerical/computer entry functions including ordering departmental supplies and maintaining adequate stock.
  • Attend in-services, lectures, and training classes, as required.
  • Receive and accession specimens in LIS.

Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree in a laboratory science AND 2 years of hospital laboratory experience; OR
  • Bachelor's degree in biology or related health sciences required AND 1 year of hospital laboratory experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information system experience preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all age groups and populations of external and internal customers as well as co-workers both by telephone and in-person.
  • This position requires regular movement throughout the facility, including walking, standing, and lifting materials or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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