Grossing Technician

About the role

Integrates knowledge, theory and practice to properly execute procedures in assigned areas of pathology. Maintains competence in all routine practices (e.g. specimen handling and preparation, tissue gross examination within limits defined by department procedures, and specimen storage/retrieval/disposal); routine maintenance; and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Receives, prepares, archives and/or retrieves specimens/material
• Prepares and/or stocks department supplies and reagents
• Performs quality assurance tasks
• Assists with post-mortem examinations

Requirements

• Education: HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• College Courses: 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university that includes the following: 24 semester hours of science related courses to include 6 semester hours of biology, 6 semester hours of chemistry, and 12 semester hours of other science courses in combination.

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated basic knowledge and technical competence in specimen collection and preparation, laboratory operations, and quality assurance
• Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected time-frames
• Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks
• Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties
• Culturally competent communication: Ability to compassionately and effectively interact individuals and groups of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors
• Workflow management: Ability to appropriately respond to fluctuations in volume, unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failures, shift-to-shift hand-offs, priority test orders, and specimen integrity issues
• Adherence to practices & procedures: Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence
• Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients

Benefits

• Yes

Pay

• $38.84 to $48.54 / hour

Schedule

• Evenings

Full Time Shift Hours

• 10 Days Of The Week

Weekend Requirements

• As Needed

Status

• Non-Exempt

Total Hours

• Weekly Hours 40

Employee Status

• Regular

EEO Statement

• EEO/M/F/Disability/Veterans

Pay Range

• Based on the geographic location where the position is filled

Total Compensation

• Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.