Grossing Technician II

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 3,864,168 - 4,821,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical, dental & vision coverage

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC is hiring a Grossing Technician II in Lewisville, TX. This role involves preparing surgical specimens for histologic processing and ensuring specimen integrity. Candidates must demonstrate capability in gross examinations and have a background in histology, ideally with a minimum of 3 years of related experience.

The position requires adherence to safety standards and the ability to lift various weights. Benefits include medical coverage from day one, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of histology and/or grossing experience preferred.
• Current state licensure required if applicable.
• Ability to lift and carry various weights.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preparation of surgical specimens for histologic processing.
• Ensure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling.
• Describe gross anatomic features of surgical specimens and maintain specimen integrity.

Skills

Grossing surgical specimens

Laboratory safety standards compliance

Patient identification integrity

Basic histology functions

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Grossing Technician II - Lewisville, TX – Tuesday to Saturday, 2:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Pay range: $28.05+ per hour. Employees may be eligible for shift differential: 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications. Successful candidates may be eligible for an annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

• Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time 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

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

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, as applicable to training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a broader range of specimens with indirect supervision (e.g., gallbladders, oriented skin lesions, etc.).
• May oversee the performance of Grossing Technician I.
• Escalate 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 (e.g., embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains and frozen sectioning) if personnel meet all requirements outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.
• Perform specimen preparation on non‑gynecological specimens, including cyto‑preparation, 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 (e.g., 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
3 years of histology and/or grossing experience.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Normal lifting and carrying: 1–10 pounds frequently; 11–25 pounds occasionally; 36–50 pounds seldom; >50 pounds not to be lifted 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 that demand significant manual dexterity.

Education

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

Licenses and Certifications

• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran or any other legally protected status.