Grossing Tech PRN

About the role

The employee is responsible for daily activities associated with the processing of tissues as received from surgical procedures; participation in the education of pathology residents in tissue processing and participation in the quality assurance activities that are associated with these processes.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross examinations, dissection, and description of tissues.
• Workload is prioritized and managed to meet expected Turn-Around-Time (TAT) and specific specimen requirements.
• Maintains competence and adds new skills as procedures and technologies change.
• Tissue sampling, gross descriptions, and dictations are accurate and according to procedure.
• Specimens are photographed when appropriate for archival purposes.
• Disposes of specimens as per guidelines and accreditation requirements.
• Maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots all equipment contacting company technical service representative as required.
• Maintains digital equipment, keeps ready for use, produces digital photos, and assists with uploading and storage of digital files.
• Ensures that gross room and frozen section areas are kept clean at all times.
• Maintains tissue storage area/racks as per guidelines and accreditation requirements.
• Trains and educates laboratory personnel and residents in the processing of surgical tissues.
• Gross room procedures are communicated to staff in a clear and concise manner.
• Solves problems with appropriate consultation and communication to supervisors and medical staff.
• Evaluates the performance of residents in conjunction with managerial and medical staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of quality, safety and compliance programs and ensures that these principles are applied in the Gross room.
• Complies with compliance guidelines for testing and reporting activities.
• Handles chemicals, hazardous waste and sharps accurately and safely.
• Collates and summarizes Quality Assurance data for reporting as needed.
• Makes suggestions for Process Improvement initiatives.
• Develops, implements, and maintains Surgical Pathology protocols.
• Ensures the procedure manual is updated annually to reflect current methodology, medical staff requests and all federal, state and laboratory accreditation standards.
• Uses electronic information/data systems to access and input tissue sample information and departmental communications accurately.
• Maintains accuracy and quality for activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a science-related field (major coursework in the biological sciences; preferably in chemistry, biology or immunology) from an accredited university.
• Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program and be an AAPA (American Association of Pathologists' Assistants) Fellow or eligible.
• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists preferred.
• 1 year of histology and/or grossing experience required!
• Experience with grossing routine specimens (gallbladder, appendix, uterus, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a science-related field (major coursework in the biological sciences; preferably in chemistry, biology or immunology) from an accredited university or Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program and be an AAPA (American Association of Pathologists' Assistants) Fellow or eligible.
• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists preferred.
• 1 year of histology and/or grossing experience required!
• Experience with grossing routine specimens (gallbladder, appendix, uterus, etc.)

Skills

• Knowledge of quality, safety and compliance programs.
• Ability to maintain competence and add new skills as procedures and technologies change.
• Accuracy and quality maintenance for activities.
• Effective problem-solving and communication skills.
• Training and educating laboratory personnel and residents.
• Use of electronic information/data systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.

Pay

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Schedule

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