Grossing Technician (50971)

Who We Are:

Platinum Dermatology Partners is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic, medical, plastic surgery, and cancer screening treatments. We have over 130+ clinics, 350+ providers, and 2200+ employees in clinics across Texas, Arizona, California, Nevada, and Florida. We are a rapidly growing company that allows our doctors to focus on providing exceptional care without worrying about the operational side of the business. Our core values focus on collaboration, ownership, respect, excellence, authenticity, and integrity. Our purpose is to empower the practice of exceptional dermatology.

Company Conformance Statements:

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Primary Purpose:

To assist in routine tests used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• To perform gross examination of tissue specimens and follow protocol to maintain turnaround time goal.
• To finish the grossing of tissue specimens received on the same day.
• To perform other duties to finish daily duties and responsibilities and maintain turnaround time.
• To diligently follow all lab procedures in the preparation of tissue samples for pathological testing.
• To prepare slide prep specimens for microscopic within the same day of receipt.
• To be aware of and strictly comply with all OSHA (safety) CLIA (lab certification and registration) and HIPAA (patient confidentiality) regulations in the performance of all aspects of the position.
• To efficiently organize, file, and be able to locate all specimen blocks, containers, and log reports and dispose of them as necessary per CLIA regulations.
• To appropriately maintain all solutions and stains used in the pathological testing process according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
• To operate, clean, and sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments, always ensuring a clean work area.
  • To courteously, professionally, and on time, respond to routine laboratory inquiries both internal and external, whether in writing, in person, or over the phone.
• To maintain an adequate supply of all items necessary for laboratory operations by maintaining an accurate and timely inventory and ordering supplies bi-weekly.
• To continually update the laboratory manuals by staying abreast of new products/chemicals and other new laboratory information and ensuring all updates are made in the manual and communicated appropriately.
• To participate in continuing education through required meeting attendance, including in-service meetings and educational programs.
• To participate in cross-training for other employees as requested.
• To provide feedback to supervisors regarding laboratory policies and procedures to ensure continual improvement of processes.
• To contribute to a fair and positive work environment by treating patients, peers, superiors, subordinates, vendors, and all others with professionalism and respect.
• To perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Requires A.S. or B.S.degree and /or HT/HTL, MTL, CT license/certification (ASCP).
• Requires maintaining ASCP certification by attending Continuing Medical Education (CME) meetings, in-service, and educational programs.
• Program training or OJT.

Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge of medical terminology and standard diagnostic laboratory protocols.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Requires visual acuity and normal color perception.
• Requires the ability to stand for extended periods to access and operate diagnostic equipment.
• Requires ability to communicate clearly in person and on the phone, and establish/maintain cooperative relationships with physicians, staff, and other customers.
• Requires ability to maintain confidentiality in strict adherence to HIPAA patient confidentiality regulations.
• Requires ability to interact in a consistently professional and courteous manner with co-workers, patients, physicians, and all others with whom contact occurs in the workplace.
• Requires ability to read, understand, and follow oral and/or written instructions in English.

Position Performance Criteria:

• Performs gross examination of tissue specimens following laboratory protocol and without delaying turnaround time.
• Performs gross examination of all specimens on the same day that they are received.
• Attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills as discerned through observation of courteous and professional dealings with patients and others.
• Accurately performs, interprets, and applies policies and procedures using sound judgment as is related to overall laboratory operations, including Immunohistochemistry.
• Thoroughly and accurately maintains all slides, reports, files, logs, inventories, manuals, and other items and information related to laboratory operations.
• Communicates, professionally, and respectfully to patients, superiors, subordinates, and others.
• Efficiently organizes and prioritizes workflow, including alerting supervisor/manager of excessive lab volume when normal turnaround timelines may be compromised.
• Is aware of and consistently maintains OSHA (safety), CLIA (lab certification and registration), and HIPAA (patient confidentiality) compliance.
• Demonstrates high reliability through consistent punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrates overall professionalism in attitude, demeanor, and personal appearance.

Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-term/Long-term disability
• Life and other voluntary plans
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time-Off
• Company-Paid Holidays

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Physical Requirements: Must possess manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping and bending to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals. Multiple staff demands and deadlines can trigger stress.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Platinum Dermatology Partners is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for applicants and Employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws.

Platinum Dermatology Partners does not permit discrimination of any type against an employee because of any of the following legally protected characteristics: gender, race, color, religion, country of origin, mental disability, physical disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, age, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.

Please note, that any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment background checks.

No phone calls or agencies, please.