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. The incumbent will serve as a Grossing Technician in the Gross Room and Frozen Section Services area under the supervision of the Pathologists' Assistant Lead or Medical Director of Pathology Services.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross examinations, dissection, and description of tissues.
• Prioritizes and manages workload 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, all tools maintained in assigned areas, etc.
• Maintains tissue storage area/racks are kept clean and organized for rapid retrieval.
• Maintains tissue storage area/ racks/ etc. 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.
• Resolves 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.
• Compliance guidelines are applied to testing and reporting activities.
• Chemicals, hazardous waste and sharps are handled accurately and safely.
• Data is collected and summarized for reporting as needed.
• Suggestions are made for Process Improvement initiatives.
• Develops, implements, and maintains Surgical Pathology protocols.
• Ensures that the procedure manual is updated annually to reflect current methodology, medical staff requests and all federal, state and laboratory accreditation standards.
• Accesses and inputs 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.
  • 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 handle chemicals, hazardous waste and sharps accurately and safely.
  • Ability to maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and resolve problems.
  • Ability to train and educate laboratory personnel and residents.

  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

  Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

  Schedule

  Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.