Grossing Technician

Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 35,128 - 51,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive employee benefits

Professional development programs

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York seeks a Grossing Technician for the anatomical pathology department. This role involves specimen preparation, intraoperative consultations, and requires a minimum Associates degree in a science-related field along with NYS licensure. The position is Full-Time Evenings with an expected schedule from 1 PM to 9 PM. The compensation ranges from $25.50 to $37.50 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits. Join us in our mission to improve community health.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associates degree with science-related education required.
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician license necessary.
• Prior laboratory and medical terminology knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare anatomical pathology specimens.
• Participate in intraoperative consultations and postmortem examinations.
• Maintain specimen integrity and compliant environment.

Skills

Problem solving ability

Attention to detail

Good written communication

Good oral communication

Education

Associates degree in science-related field (Bachelor's preferred)

NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or Histological Technician license

Job description

Grossing Technician - Full-Time Evenings FLEX

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well‑being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up‑to‑date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

A Grossing Technician in the anatomical pathology department is responsible for accessioning, preparation, dissection and processing of anatomic pathology specimens. Other responsibilities include participation in intraoperative consultations, gross room maintenance, and specimen management tasks. This individual may also participate in postmortem examinations.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, providing a general, logical and factual gross description - CPT 88300-88305 plus select 88307.
• Appropriately orient, ink, section and select tissue for histologic processing.
• Load cassettes into tissue processor using appropriate program(s).
• Participate in intraoperative consultations including frozen section microscopy and touch preparations.
• Assist with general gross room maintenance including inventory, cleaning, and instrument maintenance.
• Responsible for accurate specimen identification, accessioning and requisitioning - maintaining specimen integrity throughout the process.
• Maintain a compliant environment, including adherence to all lab and hospital procedures, New York State and Joint Commission regulations, HIPAA standards, infection control and safety guidelines.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in continuing education opportunities - acquire a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education per year.
• Maintain slide, block and specimen retention systems according to department specimen management policies.
• Process specimens for send out consultations and/or outside testing.
• Participate in postmortem examinations.
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills And Experience

• Education: Minimum Associates degree with appropriate science‑related education requirements acceptable. Bachelor's degree in related science discipline, preferred.
• Licensure: NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician or Histological Technician license.
• Experience: Prior laboratory experience preferred; prior knowledge of medical procedures and terminology preferred.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
• Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for long periods of time; requires manual dexterity and good eye‑hand coordination. Able to perform light lifting, up to 40 pounds.

Location and Travel Requirements

• Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Dr, Ithaca, NY 14850.
• Shift: Full‑Time - Evenings FLEX. Anticipated schedule 1pm to 9pm. Ability to flex according to patient and department needs may be required.
• 0%-5% Travel can be expected in this role.

Pay Range Disclosure

• Standard Rate of $25.50 to $37.50 per hour plus benefits.

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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