Grossing Technician II (Full Time)

Schweiger Dermatology Group

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Schweiger is a leading dermatology practice with a significant national presence, offering medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology and allergy services. The company emphasizes creating an Ultimate Patient Experience and a great working environment. Schweiger has been recognized for its rapid growth and has received Great Place to Work certification. This Full Time Grossing Technician II position is located in the CA - Pathology office and involves performing duties according to the Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), with a strong focus on compliance and safety.

Requirements

• An associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR have education and training equivalent to such degree that includes: At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include - 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology and 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry in any combination
• Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed in in the education required section) OR at least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
• Training and a post training assessment for all role-applicable SOPs and Laboratory Compliance workflows must be completed after hire but before any laboratory work can be completed.
• A competency assessment will occur at one month before independent work is permitted.
• Prior work experience of six months is desired in order to gain familiarity on-the-job with grossing techniques; experience in large-scale organization or high-volume production environment preferred to gain seasoned familiarity with processing specimens in production environment.
• Should be familiar with most major techniques for staining and special staining.
• Identify specific specimens for supervisory follow-up.
• Histotechnician, Clinical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Pathologist Assistant license is required.
• All Grossing Technicians are to complete 12 hours of continuing education per year per the laboratory’s Continuing Education SOP.
• Competency assessments will be performed upon hire and throughout the year per the laboratory’s Competency Assessment SOP.
• New Hire and Annual Training, including all required training sessions for all new and updated SOPs and updates to software systems as applicable

Nice To Haves

• Experience in large-scale organization or high-volume production environment preferred
• ASCP HT or HTL Certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs tissue description, dissection, and sectioning for optimal diagnostic evaluation of small uncomplicated skin specimens such as shaves, punches and excisions
• Reviews specimens for completeness and accuracy, including site and patient identification
• Selects appropriate processing times and special procedures for tissues (nails, alopecias, hair mounts)
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems involving methodology, technique, and instrumentation utilization in the gross area/room
• Performs maintenance and quality control on instruments as applicable
• Maintains a safe working environment
• Monitors supply and inventory
• Perform other histology-related work as needed (embedding, microtomy, block/slide filing) once properly trained on all related SOPs prior to completing any work
• Actively supports and assists in implementation and monitoring of quality control and quality assurance policies

Benefits

• Medical (Virtual Care included)
• HSA/FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Company Sponsored Short Term Disability (Only applicable for non-California employee)
• Pre-tax savings available for public transit commuters
• Your birthday is an additional personal holiday
• Employee discounts on Schweiger skin care products & cosmetic services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree