Pathology Grossing Tech - AP - Atrius Health
About The Position
Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Details: Location: 152 Second Avenue, Needham, MA 02494 Department: Laboratory - Anatomical Pathology Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm Primary Responsibilities: As the Pathology Grossing Tech, you will perform a variety of tasks related to grossing and processing surgical pathology biopsy and simple specimens. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology
- Qualify as high complexity testing personnel under CLIA
- Proven excellent dissection technical skills
- Proficient in the use of laboratory and surgical instruments and equipment
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology
- Knowledge of the basic sciences, especially anatomy, and knowledge of surgical pathology and medical terminology
- Demonstrate solid analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with pathologists/physicians, management, and coworkers
Responsibilities
- Conducts gross examination of biopsy and simple surgical pathology specimens.
- Performs appropriate specimen identification and labeling, accurately describes gross anatomic features via dictation, and dissects surgical specimens
- Consults with co-workers, Pathologist Assistant and histology staff as needed
- Participates in quality assurance initiatives.
- Contributes new ideas to the improvement of laboratory operations and the attainment of other business objectives.
- Participates in projects as assigned
- Maintains detailed records of all specimen dissections and dictations
- Labels, stores and discards gross tissue specimens
- Properly maintains equipment and ensures the cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
- Assists with inventory, unpacking and storing supplies
- Completes annual competency assessments
- Adheres to all laboratory policies and procedures, including safety, compliance, HIPAA, CQI, OSHA, and accreditation guidelines
- Reviews policy and procedure manuals on an annual basis
Benefits
- a comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase and 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
