2nd Shift - Full Time Surgical Pathology Technician "Grosser"

Clinpath Diagnostics•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

The position is responsible for the grossing functions in compliance with company policies, regulatory and client requirements at CPD. For technical support, the Surg. Path Tech will report to the Pathologist Assistant assigned to oversee grossing functions at CPD. This position will report to the Administrative Director at Clin-Path Diagnostics, LLC in terms of administrative oversight. Employees are responsible for following all Company policies and procedures. These policies and procedures will include adherence to regulatory standards such CLIA and OSHA, including safety standards in performing all aspects of the functions below.

Requirements

Associates degree in a laboratory science or Medical Laboratory Technology OR
Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours from an accredited institution that must include 24 semester hours of Medical Laboratory Technology courses OR 24 semester hours of science courses (6 chemistry, 6 biology, and 12 chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination).
Level I: 3 yrs or less of relevant work experience
II: 4-7 years of relevant work experience
III / Lead: 8+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent training plus the ability to self-direct and complete the essential functions of a Level III or Lead position.
Must be competent with Microsoft Outlook and the anatomic pathology platforms utilized at CPD.
Must have good communication skills and the ability to train employees.
Must possess strong skills in communication and diplomacy in order to interact with clients
Requires knowledge of anatomy and pathology specimen dissection.
Requires the ability to understand complex work processes, to modify such processes and to coordinate activities with other departments and clients

Responsibilities

Grossing of surgical specimens of low to moderate complexity, including but not limited to the following case types: GI biopsies, skin biopsies, ECC, EMC, sinus contents, tonsils, hernia sacs, hemorrhoids, small lipomas and breast cores, cytologies, fine needles and bone marrows.
Grossing of surgical specimens of moderate complexity, e.g., gallbladders and appendices, following appropriate training by PA’s.
Assists in training new Pathology Technicians as needed under the direction of the Lead Pathology Assistant
Assists PA’s with other duties as necessary.
Acts as a resource for accessioning staff to assist with answering questions.
Must complete yearly required competency.
All duties listed above plus additional experience with higher complexity specimens
All duties listed above
Is the primary trainer for new Pathology Technicians under the direction of the Lead Pathology Assistant.
Acts as a resource for the Accessioning staff and functions as a Lead for Accessioning in the absence of the Department Supervisor.
Assists with department or company projects as needed.
Assists with maintaining the regulatory requirements in the gross room.
Assists with CAP inspection preparation.
Other duties as assigned from time to time