Grossing Technician

Optima Dermatology•Portsmouth, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Optima Dermatology is seeking an experienced, full-time Grossing Technician for its Dermatology and Medical Aesthetics group. The role is based in the Pathology Laboratory in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; training takes place on the day shift, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for six to eight weeks. The position performs daily gross examinations of biopsies and supports histology laboratory work, laboratory quality and compliance, equipment quality control, and employee training. When needed, the technician also performs duties of a Histotechnologist, Histotechnician, and Pathology Lab Aide. Optima Dermatology describes its team as collaborative, mission-driven, and focused on revolutionizing skin care and improving patients’ lives. The company offers competitive compensation and health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or associate degree in chemical science, biological science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; alternatively, education or training equivalent to the specified coursework and laboratory training.
For the education-equivalent pathway: 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution, including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses comprising six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
For the education-equivalent pathway: laboratory training through completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by ABHES, NAACLS, or another organization approved by HHS, or at least three months of recorded laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high-complexity testing.
Experienced Grossing Technician; the posting does not specify a minimum number of years.

Responsibilities

Perform daily gross examinations of biopsies received in the laboratory, along with embedding, microtomy, and special staining (histochemistry).
Before grossing, review the requisition and specimen vial to verify identification.
Follow the laboratory’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Quality Management Systems.
Ensure compliance with local, federal, and CLIA regulations, licensing and regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Follow laboratory safety precautions and procedures and adhere to procedure manuals.
Participate in equipment quality control, including daily measurements and equipment maintenance, and manage hazardous and biohazardous waste as required.
Keep the gross room organized and clean.
Troubleshoot discrepancies between the requisition and the actual tissue.
Communicate grossing issues to the Dermatopathologist.
When required, perform duties of the Histotechnologist, Histotechnician, and Pathology Lab Aide.
Assist with training new employees.