Grossing Technician I

Quest Diagnostics; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare company as a Grossing Technician I in Memphis. In this entry-level role, you will conduct surgical gross examinations and ensure proper specimen handling under supervision. Ideal for candidates looking to start their career in histology with opportunities for training and advancement.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage for FT employees

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Annual performance bonuses

Vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Meets all minimum qualifications outlined in relevant SOP.
• 1 year of histology and/or grossing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgical gross examinations of specimens.
• Maintain specimen integrity and patient identification.
• Dissect specimens and prepare tissues for processing.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

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Grossing Technician I - Memphis, TN - Monday - Friday 03:00 AM - 11:30 AM

This position is an entry-level grossing position. The individual will perform surgical gross examinations of small, uncomplicated specimens. The level of supervision for each specimen type will be determined by the technical supervisor and/or laboratory director.

Grossing Technician I - Memphis, TN - Monday - Friday 03:00 AM - 11:30 AM

This position is an entry-level grossing position. The individual will perform surgical gross examinations of small, uncomplicated specimens. The level of supervision for each specimen type will be determined by the technical supervisor and/or laboratory director.

Pay Range: $21.00+ per hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "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, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!
• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
• Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling
• Maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
• Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
• Capable of grossing low to moderately complex/complicated (i.e., G.I. biopsies, EMC/ECC, uncomplicated skin biopsies, lipomas, etc.) specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
• Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants or Pathologists.
• Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
• Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• May be trained to perform basic Histology functions (i.e., embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains and frozen sectioning) if personnel meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
• Complete all associated paperwork (i.e., workload recording, PM/temperature charts, etc.)
• Follow the laboratory’s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
• Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

• Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
• 1 year of histology and/or grossing experience
  
  

Preferred Work Experience

N/A

Physical And Mental Requirements

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significant manual dexterity
  
  

Knowledge

N/A

Skills

N/A

EDUCATION

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS

Current state licensure, if applicable(Required)

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