Grossing Technician II

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive plans

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Blueprint for Wellness

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc. is seeking a Grossing Technician II in Cincinnati, OH. The position runs Monday to Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM and involves grossing of surgical specimens with supervision by the technical supervisor.

The role supports histologic processing and specimen labeling, with potential to handle more complex cases as trained. Qualified candidates will have an Associate's degree (preferred) and experience in histology or grossing; state licensure may be required.

Qualifications

• Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate SOP for Tissue Gross Examinations.
• 3 years of histology and/or grossing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing.
• Accurately accession and label specimens and maintain specimen integrity.
• Describe gross features of routine, uncomplicated specimens with clear documentation.
• Oversee Grossing Technician I when applicable and escalate non-routine cases to Pathologist Assistants.
• Record measurements, weight, and other findings; prepare tissues for processing.

Skills

Histology

Grossing

Attention to detail

Laboratory safety

Education

Associates Degree (Preferred)

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Grossing Technician II - Cincinnati, OH, Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

This positionis a grossing position for an individual with limited experience grossing surgical specimens. The individual will perform surgical gross examinations of small, uncomplicated specimens, as well as some more complicated specimens when approved by technical supervisor. The level of supervision for each specimen type will be determined by the technical supervisor and/or laboratory director.

Pay range: $26.97+ 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:

Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for:

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Annual incentive plans
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• and so much more!

Responsibilities:

• 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 moderate to high complex/complicated specimens under direct and indirect supervision, asapplicable to training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision (i.e., gall bladders, oriented skin lesions, etc.).
• May oversee the performance of Grossing Technician I.
• Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants.
• 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 forHistotechnicianSOP.
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, includingcytopreparation, 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.
• Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• 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

Preferred Work Experience:

3years of histology and/or grossing experience

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/orstanding.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significant manual dexterity

Education

• Associates Degree (Preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)

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