Grossing Technician

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! LOCATION: Fall River, MA Hourly rate: $25.00 - $30.00 FULL TIME: Benefits Eligible In this role, you will: Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling. Perform gross description and dissection of specimens received. Maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification. Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, marking and sutures are mentioned. Reviews clinical information provided to determine what pathologic examination is pertinent. Examines the gross specimen with knowledge of pathologic conditions that may be present and the questions that must be answered. Dictate the finding in a clear, complete, sufficient manner. Selects pertinent tissue samples for slide preparation, providing photographs and/or diagrams of specimen and dissection of specimen, prior to and/or after dissection, when requested and/or indicated. Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to a Grossing Tech II or Pathologist Assistant, as needed. Maintain general appearance of the laboratory. Comply with all OSHA laboratory safety standards and regulations. Routine handling of biohazardous and/or chemical hazardous material. Participate in applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety policies and procedures and safety equipment. Maintain compliance with company and department policies and procedures. Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations. Maintain confidentiality of employee, patient, client and/or company records and issues.  Adhere to department schedule to meet workflow demands. Communicate effectively with all levels of management, co-workers and clients to provide quality customer service. Work effectively within a team-orientated department and company. At times, overtime, on call or altered scheduling may be required. Perform other duties as directed. All you need is: Minimum training/education required is an Associate degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology 1 year of laboratory training or experience in grossing preferred State licensure as required by law Bonus points if you’ve got: 2 years of laboratory training or grossing experience in a high volume laboratory Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: 3rd Shift (United States of America) Job Category: Laboratory Operations Company: New England Tissue Issue Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. About Sonic Healthcare USA Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US- based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve. For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.

Salary : $25 - $30