Grossing Technician Full-time 2nd Shift / Voorhees
Voorhees, New Jersey
Employer: VIRTUA
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
The Grossing Technician under direct supervision of a Pathologist Assistant and/or Pathologist performs gross examination of small non-complex biopsy specimens as per CLIA'88 guidelines and department protocol. Possesses excellent Histology skills including but not limited to proficiency with routine histology, special staining, immunohistochemistry, and frozen sections.
Hours:
2pm to 10pm or 3pm to 11pm.
Position Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, as per department protocol, routinely performs gross examination of small non-complex biopsy specimens to include color, size, and texture. Loads prepared cassettes in tissue processor (Peloris and/or Tissue Tek Xpress). Assists the Pathologist and/or Pathologist Assistant during Intraoperative consultations by freezing, cutting, and staining tissue. Assures appropriate accessioning, and labeling of surgical specimens. Identifies any problems that may arise with the handling and processing of specimens and notify supervisor as needed. Adds appropriate fixative to fresh specimens at the direction of PA/Pathologists. Assists PA with preparation of Native kidney specimens for tissue adequacy by preparing slides for Pathologist. Other duties as needed to assist PA in the gross room.
Maintains a clean and organized work area. Maintains equipment and assures adequate supplies are readily available. Assures proper disposal of pathological wastes.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize work by completing assignments according to written procedures. Maintains turnaround time. Records related information in EPIC.
Ensures all safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation agencies including Joint Commission, CLIA, State, and Federal.
Required Education:
Associate's degree in a biological science required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Required Experience:
Minimum three years' experience in histology laboratory setting. Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of EPIC preferred.
Training / Certification / Licensure:
HT or HTL (ASCP) preferred.
Virtua welcomes all individuals, inclusive of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and faith, national origin, and disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to continue to set us apart. Our whole-hearted commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace enables Virtua to be here for our communities, here for our patients, here for our colleagues-Here for Good.
The Grossing Technician under direct supervision of a Pathologist Assistant and/or Pathologist performs gross examination of small non-complex biopsy specimens as per CLIA'88 guidelines and department protocol. Possesses excellent Histology skills including but not limited to proficiency with routine histology, special staining, immunohistochemistry, and frozen sections.
Hours:
2pm to 10pm or 3pm to 11pm.
Position Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, as per department protocol, routinely performs gross examination of small non-complex biopsy specimens to include color, size, and texture. Loads prepared cassettes in tissue processor (Peloris and/or Tissue Tek Xpress). Assists the Pathologist and/or Pathologist Assistant during Intraoperative consultations by freezing, cutting, and staining tissue. Assures appropriate accessioning, and labeling of surgical specimens. Identifies any problems that may arise with the handling and processing of specimens and notify supervisor as needed. Adds appropriate fixative to fresh specimens at the direction of PA/Pathologists. Assists PA with preparation of Native kidney specimens for tissue adequacy by preparing slides for Pathologist. Other duties as needed to assist PA in the gross room.
Maintains a clean and organized work area. Maintains equipment and assures adequate supplies are readily available. Assures proper disposal of pathological wastes.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize work by completing assignments according to written procedures. Maintains turnaround time. Records related information in EPIC.
Ensures all safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation agencies including Joint Commission, CLIA, State, and Federal.
Required Education:
Associate's degree in a biological science required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Required Experience:
Minimum three years' experience in histology laboratory setting. Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of EPIC preferred.
Training / Certification / Licensure:
HT or HTL (ASCP) preferred.
Virtua welcomes all individuals, inclusive of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and faith, national origin, and disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to continue to set us apart. Our whole-hearted commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace enables Virtua to be here for our communities, here for our patients, here for our colleagues-Here for Good.
Created: 2024-06-30
Reference: R1045505
Country: United States
State: New Jersey
City: Voorhees
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