Grossing Technician

Company: Sonic Anatomic Pathology
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?If you are a Medical Laboratory Professional with excellent problem solving skills, instincts and a passion for patient care with a technical training to deliver quality results we would love to have you as part of our team. We provide great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.Location: Greensboro, NC Days: Monday - FridayHours: 6:00 PM - 2:30 AM Full-time: Benefit EligibleIn this role, you will:

• Prepare sections of human tissue for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis, using techniques to gross (dissect tissue), embed (orient specimen in paraffin block), section (cut thin sections of tissue), stain (enhance contrast of tissue and highlight specific features of interest with routine hematoxylin and eosin stains), and mount tissue (adhere tissue onto glass slides), from surgical procedures
• Perform recuts and additional stains including special and immunohistochemistry stains, as requested by a Pathologist
• Operate computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist
• Dispose of hazardous chemical wastes per regulatory guidelines
• Maintains strictest confidentialityAll you need is:
  • Associate's Degree in the field of Laboratory Science or equivalent under the 1988 Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines of high complexity testing or Bachelor Degree in the field of Laboratory Science or equivalent under the 1988 Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines of high complexity testing
  • Eligible for State licensure, if applicable
  • Preferable completion of a Histology program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or minimum of one (1) year experience as a Histology Technician Trainee and competent in the areas of embedding, microtomy, grossing, special stains, and immunohistochemistry
  • Successful completion of a visual color discrimination testWe'll give you:
    • Appreciation for your work
    • A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
    • Opportunity to grow in your profession
    • Free lab services for you and your dependents
    • Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
    • Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
    • A sense of belonging - we're a community!Company:Sonic Anatomic PathologyWe also want you to know:This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. - Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Greensboro Shift (United States of America)Job Category:Laboratory OperationsCompany:Greensboro Pathology LLCSonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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