Grossing Technician (50971)

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.