Pathology Grosser - Part Time
2 days ago
Union
Job Description Summary: Under general supervision, the Grossing Technician grosses simple biopsy tissue specimens following established grossing procedures; assists in Histology as needed embedding specimens, preparing microscopic tissue slides for diagnostic purposes; performing tissue stains, and histology and cytology procedures in department to assist in diagnosis; receives and executes all orders from Pathologist and Histology Manager. Qualifications: Education: Has earned at least an Associate Degree in a laboratory science or its equivalent as outlined by CMS Interpretive guidelines under Section 493.1489. Experience: One year experience in an approved laboratory under the supervision of a Pathologist. Skills: Satisfactory audio-visual acuity and the ability to speak, read and write English. Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques, relevant equipment handling and troubleshooting, statistical analysis. Essential Duties and Responsibilities under Supervision: · Consistently follows correct grossing procedures using appropriate quick texts as descriptions of specimens. · Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing including rejection of mislabeled specimens, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of test examinations. · Maintains and monitors supplies for the grossing room. · Prepares microscopic slides on human tissue for diagnostic purposes; includes fixation, dehydration, infiltration, embedding and microtomy of paraffin processed tissue. · Performs histochemical and immunohistochemical stains on a variety of tissues, per the Pathologists’ directions, to assist in diagnosis. · Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. · Prepares and maintains all necessary reagents, including stains, alcohols and paraffin according to proper specifications. · Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and attempts to correct or troubleshoot problems or immediately notifies the manager or director. · Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications. · Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies to ensure accurate patient identification, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed. Follow laboratory’s procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. · Maintains and cleans laboratory equipment per manufacturer specifications in accordance with policies and procedures, as well as preventive maintenance schedule. · Maintains a general working knowledge of Laboratory Safety, Infection Control Policies, Regulated Waste Protocols, · Disaster Plan, Chemical and Fire Safety policies and procedures. · Maintains good interdepartmental and client relations at all times. · Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. · Ensure compliance with local, federal and CLIA regulations. · Other duties as assigned by Histology Manager and/or Director of Operations. · Regulatory Responsibilities: · Conduct business in a responsible manner that complies with all state, CLIA, CAP, OSHA and HIPAA regulations, or Joint Commission as applicable. Provide leadership in daily operations, and have employees incorporate these compliance practices into their daily routines. · Physical Demands: Must have the ability to stand 40%, walk 5%, grasp 45% and carry 0-5 lbs. 10% constantly throughout an eight-hour period. Must have audio-visual acuity. Job Type: Part-time Salary: $33.00 - $38. 00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Vision insurance Medical specialties: • Pathology Schedule: • 8 hour shift, • Monday to Friday, • Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: • Linden, NJ 07036: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: • English: 1 year (Required), • Laboratory techniques: 1 year (Required), • Laboratory experience: 1 year (Required)Company DescriptionLincoln Reference Laboratory is one of the largest independent, general diagnostic laboratories, located in Union NJ. We take pride in delivering quality service since 2004 for a broad range of medical diagnostic testing in our new and advanced facility. We cover industry leading medical testing in Molecular Oncology, Hematology, Histopathology, and Chemistry. Excellence and specificity of patient testing is our highest priority! Our facility in New Jersey provides an array of services in molecular oncology, diagnostic blood testing, toxicology, GI testing, RPP, Urovysion Fish, H.Pylori breath test, and so much more. All testing is done in-house, which increases turnaround time. Looking at the patient’s susceptibility to illness on a genetic level provides physicians with greater insight into improving patient care. Our state-of-the-art instrumentation and highly skilled and licensed technologists provide quality results and consultation. For many years our experienced pathologists offer their expertise in the oversight of diagnostic cases from all tissue specimens. We provide a full range of histology services, including grossing, processing, embedding, microtome, routine, and special staining. We ensure properly prepared tissues and slides to provide accurate diagnoses. We are highly experienced technologists, who are registered and licensed by NY and other states in US. We use latest, state-of-the-art, medical equipment and instrumentation in the preparation of specimens, and we guarantee strictest quality assurance mechanisms are implemented to maintain consistency and precision. For all our client’s convenience, we offer a web-based reporting tool to get testing results. You can now securely access results virtually anywhere and at any time. At Lincoln Diagnostics LLC, we can guarantee fast responses to your concerns and immediate action should you wish to receive them. Certifications National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC)Lincoln Reference Laboratory is one of the largest independent, general diagnostic laboratories, located in Union NJ. We take pride in delivering quality service since 2004 for a broad range of medical diagnostic testing in our new and advanced facility. We cover industry leading medical testing in Molecular Oncology, Hematology, Histopathology, and Chemistry. Excellence and specificity of patient testing is our highest priority!\r\n\r\nOur facility in New Jersey provides an array of services in molecular oncology, diagnostic blood testing, toxicology, GI testing, RPP, Urovysion Fish, H.Pylori breath test, and so much more. All testing is done in-house, which increases turnaround time. Looking at the patient’s susceptibility to illness on a genetic level provides physicians with greater insight into improving patient care.\r\n\r\nOur state-of-the-art instrumentation and highly skilled and licensed technologists provide quality results and consultation. For many years our experienced pathologists offer their expertise in the oversight of diagnostic cases from all tissue specimens. We provide a full range of histology services, including grossing, processing, embedding, microtome, routine, and special staining. We ensure properly prepared tissues and slides to provide accurate diagnoses.\r\n\r\nWe are highly experienced technologists, who are registered and licensed by NY and other states in US. We use latest, state-of-the-art, medical equipment and instrumentation in the preparation of specimens, and we guarantee strictest quality assurance mechanisms are implemented to maintain consistency and precision.\r\n\r\nFor all our client’s convenience, we offer a web-based reporting tool to get testing results. You can now securely access results virtually anywhere and at any time. At Lincoln Diagnostics LLC, we can guarantee fast responses to your concerns and immediate action should you wish to receive them.\r\n\r\nCertifications\r\nNational Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC)