Grossing Tech

Grossing Tech

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Job Summary

The employee is responsible for daily activities associated with the processing of tissues as received from surgical procedures; participation in the education of pathology residents in tissue processing and participation in the quality assurance activities that are associated with these processes. The incumbent will serve as a Grossing Technician in the Gross Room and Frozen Section Services area under the supervision of the Pathologists' Assistant Lead or Medical Director of Pathology Services.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs gross examinations, dissection, and description of tissues.
• Workload is prioritized and managed to meet expected Turn-Around-Time (TAT) and specific specimen requirements.
• Competence is maintained, and new skills are added as procedures and technologies change.
• Tissue sampling, gross descriptions, and dictations are accurate and according to procedure.
• Specimens are photographed when appropriate for archival purposes.
• Performs gross procedures and dictation on routine and complex specimens as required
• Disposes of specimens as per guidelines and accreditation requirements
• Maintains, repairs and troubleshoots all equipment contacting company technical service representative as required
• Maintains digital equipment, keeps ready for use, produces digital photos, and assists with uploading and storage of digital files
• Performs and ensures that gross room and frozen section areas are kept clean at all times all tools maintained in assigned areas, etc.
• Performs and ensures that tissue storage area/racks are kept clean and organized for rapid retrieval.
• Maintains tissue storage area/ racks/ etc. as per guidelines and accreditation requirements.
• Trains and educates laboratory personnel and residents in the processing of surgical tissues.
• Gross room procedures are communicated to staff in a clear and concise manner.
• Problems are resolved with appropriate consultation and communication to supervisors and medical staff.
• The performance of residents is evaluated in conjunction with managerial and medical staff. Demonstrates knowledge of quality, safety and compliance programs and ensures that these principles are applied in the Gross room.
• Compliance guidelines are applied to testing and reporting activities.
• Chemicals, hazardous waste and sharps are handled accurately and safely.
• Quality Assurance data is collected and summarized for reporting as needed.
• Suggestions are made for Process Improvement initiatives.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of Surgical Pathology protocols.
• Ensures that the procedure manual is updated annually to reflect current methodology, medical staff requests and all federal, state and laboratory accreditation standards.
• Electronic information/data systems are used to access and input tissue sample information and departmental communications accurately.
• Ensures that accuracy and quality are maintained for activities.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a science-related field (major coursework in the biological sciences; preferably in chemistry, biology or immunology) from an accredited university or Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant Training Program and be an AAPA (American Association of Pathologists' Assistants) Fellow or eligible.
• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists preferred
• 1 year of histology and/or grossing experience required
• Experience with grossing routine specimens (gallbladder, appendix, uterus, etc.)

HCA Houston Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Physician Services Group is skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and 170+ urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcare's graduate medical education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment to the care and improvement of human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Grossing Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.