Specimen Processing - Grossing Technician

Job Description: Minimum Qualifications:

1
A.A., A.S., B.A
or B.S
degree or equivalent training and experience
2
3 months to 1 year Histology and/or surgical gross experience preferred
3
Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation
of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
2
Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of the
specimen and patient identification.
3
Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
4
Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants.
5
Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
6
Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
7
May be trained to perform basic Histology functions (i.e., embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains) if personnel meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.
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Complete all associated paperwork.
9
Follow the laboratorya^ TMs applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
10
Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
11
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.
12
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
13
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
14
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
15
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Additional Job Details: Overnight shifts
1 year of experience is HIGHLY PREFERRED

Markup: 43.00%
Shift/TimeZone: Shifts vary from 2AM-11AM or 3AM-12PM CST

Contract to hire after min hours met
Hours Per Week: 40.00