Grossing Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Meet the requirements in the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
• One year of histology and/or grossing experience.
• Current state licensure, if applicable.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing 1–10 pounds frequently, 11–25 pounds occasionally, and 36–50 pounds seldom; objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at a bench for extended periods, with frequent walking and/or standing.
• Ability to use a variety of manual tools, laboratory instruments, and apparatus requiring significant manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in preparing surgical specimens for histologic processing according to policies and procedures.
• Ensure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling.
• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification.
• Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, including all lesions, markings, and sutures.
• Gross low- to moderately complex specimens under direct or indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
• Escalate non-routine or complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants or Pathologists.
• Record measurements, weight, volume, and abnormal findings, as applicable.
• Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• May perform basic histology functions, including embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, and frozen sectioning, if qualified under the applicable corporate SOP.
• After completing training, prepare non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, and Fine Needle Aspiration specimens.
• Complete associated paperwork, such as workload records and preventive maintenance and temperature charts.
• Follow laboratory procedures related to job responsibilities.
• Interact directly with pathologists about gross dissection and description activities, including specimen types requiring direct pathologist supervision.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance or result reporting, correct them when possible, or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, manager, or director.
• Meet corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards.
• Comply with applicable local and federal regulations, CLIA, and CAP requirements.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Complete required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
• Well-being programs.
• Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment program.
• healthyMINDS mental health program.
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
• Six holidays plus one 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, with a buy-up option.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Annual incentive plans.
• Matching gifts program.
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
• Career advancement opportunities.