[Histonet] New Workflow Model

[Vickroy, Jim]

We are definitely looking at making some changes to improve turnaround time and workflow.   Currently I have staff at work from 0400 - 1730 each day.  We have conventional tissue processors and also a microwave tissue processor.   I have been in the field for 32 years and of course  am an "old dog" but still think I am capable of learning new tricks.  We are in the process of changing our pathology system to CoPath plus and will be also making some moves to expand.  I am being strongly encouraged to look at this time also to make some changes in our workflow to decrease turnaround time.  Obviously that is a lot on our plate at the same time however it seems reasonable that some of the changes can be made simultaneously since some of our workflow processes will be changed automatically because of the CoPath bar coded tracking system that will occur during the implementation of CoPath.   We are considering looking into a consultant to help us with these changes but I wondered if anyone could shed a little light on their experiences of changes they have made.




James Vickroy BS, HT(ASCP)

Surgical  and Autopsy Pathology Technical Supervisor
Memorial Medical Center
217-788-4046


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