Grossing Technician

Grossing Technician

• Evening Shift : 5pm-1am

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

Primary responsibilities include performing all necessary procedures pertaining to accessioning, technical preparation, grossing and dictation of all pathology Surgical & Cytology specimens. This individual must function with a high degree of technical expertise regarding handling of specimens to ensure accuracy of diagnoses made from specimens submitted for evaluation. Effectively and efficiently prioritizes workflow within the department. Uses the laboratory computer system and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS :

MEASURED BY :

Performance that meets or exceeds IHA CARES Values expectation as outlined in IHA Performance Review document, relative to position.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

EDUCATION : High School diploma. Two years of college course work completed (40-60 credit hours) with emphasis in a science curriculum, 12 hours’ science credits preferred. Associates of Science, Applied Science (or similar) preferred.

CREDENTIALS / LICENSURE : None

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : Experience working in Cytology Preparation and / or Histology Processing preferred, with knowledge of medical terminology.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ABILITIES & SKILLS) :

MINIMUM PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS :

MINIMUM ENVIRONMENTAL EXPECTATIONS :

This job operates in a medical facility and requires regular walking to various locations around the hospital / clinic. Employees will be working where there is patient care equipment. Hazardous materials, including blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids are also present. Exposure to sharps, x-rays, patients' conditions and some unpleasant sights, smells and contagious diseases is possible. This position requires significant interaction with people (Pathologists, Physicians Assistants, Lab Techs, Lab Management, etc.).

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