Grossing Technician II - CA

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated•West Hills, CA

61d•$33 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The Grossing Technician II-CA is a grossing position for an individual with limited experience grossing surgical specimens. The individual will perform surgical gross examinations of small, uncomplicated specimens, as well as some more complicated specimens when approved by technical supervisor. The level of supervision for each specimen type will be determined by the technical supervisor and/or laboratory director.

Requirements

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Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
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Nice To Haves

3 years of histology and/or grossing experience

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling.
Maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
Capable of grossing moderate to high complex/complicated specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision (i.e., gall bladders, oriented skin lesions, etc.).
May oversee performance of Grossing Technician I.
Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants.
Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
May be trained to perform basic Histology functions (i.e., embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains and frozen sectioning) if personnel meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.
Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
Complete all associated paperwork (i.e., workload recording, PM/temperature charts, etc.)
Follow the laboratory's applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
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.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
and so much more!