Specimen Processing Technician

Specimen Processing Technician

Contract Duration 3+ months

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.

Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.

Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings, and sutures are mentioned.

Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants.

Record measurements, weight, volume, and any abnormal findings as applicable.

Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.

May be trained to perform basic Histology functions (i.e., embedding, microtomy, routine, and special stains) if personnel meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.

Complete all associated paperwork.

Follow the laboratory†s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.

Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.

Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.

Ensure all corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.

Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.

Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.

Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

A.A., A.S., B.A., or B.S. degree or equivalent training and experience

3 months to 1 year Histology and/or surgical gross experience preferred

Meets all requirements as outlined in the corporate

Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.

Additional Job Details:

Temp to Perm

Benefits:

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

401k Retirement Fund

About The Company:

Our client empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve health care management.

The company annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and their 47,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, their diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives.

As the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, this company is committed to positively impacting the communities they are a part of by promoting a healthier world, building value for all their stakeholders, and creating an inspiring and inclusive workplace. Inclusion & Diversity are woven into who they are and what they do. The company is inspired by the experiences and perspectives of its diverse employees. Diversity of thought and authentic connections empower this company to create valuable solutions and deliver inclusive care to their patients and communities.