Robert,
You might get the quickest response from the archives...........I remember
this thread from a few months ago.
Hazel

> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Robert Geske [SMTP:RGeske@lexgen.com]
> Sent:	Saturday, June 02, 2001 5:16 PM
> To:	'histonet@pathology.swmed.edu'
> Subject:	staffing questions
> 
> Good Afternoon,
> 
> I would appreciate some data from those able and willing to share.  You
> may
> respond on or off list -- your call.  The information will be kept
> confidential if that is your desire. The information needed relates to
> staffing questions.  Please answer the questions below:
> 
> 1.  number of paraffin blocks processed, embedded, cut, and stained with
> H&E
> per day (average number will do -- include all blocks --biopsy, surgicals,
> autopsy).
> 
> 2.  number of  certified or non-certified individuals that are needed to
> complete the work outlined in #1 (include histology supervisory personnel
> also, but do not include individuals who do not routinely contribute to
> that
> work such as dedicated immunohistochemistry personnel)
> 
> 3.  number of other  histology laboratory support individuals (dieners,
> lab
> aids, etc --- but do not include individuals that are used only for
> grossing
> or autopsy)
> 
> 4.  number of pathologists to review the work outlined in #1 (include
> residents if applicable)
> 
> 5.  number of  transcriptionist and/or secretarial support staff
> 
> 
> I need this data by tuesday afternoon.  I will put a table together and
> post
> it on the list with numbers only, no institutions or specific individuals.
> I understand there are other important catagories/issues that have an
> impact
> on adequate staffing such as number of specials, IHC, frozens, etc. done
> per
> day, but the data I need right now is for  routine work.
> 
> 
> thanks to all in advance,
> 
> rob
> 
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