Grossing Technician

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Work Location: 2225 Enterprise Drive Westchester, IL 60154
• Starting range: $20.00-23.00
• 5:00am start time
• We offer competitive pay as well as PTO, Holiday pay, and a comprehensive benefits package!
  
  

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
  
  

The Grossing Technician works independently using the medical knowledge to perform human specimen examination for diagnosis and patient treatment. The laboratory receives and processes specimens from the clinics and health care organization.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Receive and verify patient information on all paperwork and specimen containers for accuracy.
• Accurately accessions all cases into the appropriate Laboratory Information Systems, prints bar-coded tissue cassettes, updates and edits histology trim sheet in Laboratory Information Systems, prepares specimens for send-out testing.
• Performs all technical aspects of grossing and dictating surgical specimens using a variety of laboratory materials and equipment (scalpels, paddle razors, bone saw, cryostat, etc.).
• Maintains cassette's accuracy, slide filing, laboratory records, pathology equipment and logs, and assists with frozen section procedures.
• Communicates with pathologist, peers, internal and external clients.
• Assists with supply ordering and inventory.
• Maintains supplies and overall cleanliness of gross room.
• Assist in the tissue processing area.
• Assist in the pathology reception area.
• Label chemical waste barrels and appropriately discard chemical waste in accordance with all local, State, and federal guidelines.
• Participates in Quality Assurance (QA) Reviews.
• Assist with laboratory accreditation inspection preparations.
• Must observe and follow all rules, requirements, and regulations.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.
  
  

Certifications, Licensures Or Registry Requirements

• License and certification as required by state.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
  
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or Associates science degree required.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years grossing experience or if less, performs gross under another grosser with 5 years experience.
• Minimum of two years of related laboratory experience as a technician, preferably in a physician practice or ambulatory environment.
• HT(ASCP), training program or eligible.
  
  

Required Travel

• N/A
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%