Histology Technician- Lab Grosser

Allied Digestive Health is one of the largest integrated networks of gastroenterology care centers in the nation with over 200 providers and 60 locations throughout New Jersey and New York. As a fast-growing physician-led organization, our dynamic structure encourages physician input and decision-making, while simultaneously offering operational support. Our dedicated, compassionate team of providers prioritize personalized treatment plans for patients that deliver the highest quality of care. All of our doctors are board-certified in gastroenterology and hepatology. Several of them serve as chief of gastroenterology at nearby hospitals, and a number of them have been recognized as top-quality physicians in publications, including but not limited to: Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors New Jersey, and US News Health – US News & World Report.

We are excited to announce that we are looking for a Per Diem Histotechnician Grosser at the DiaPath Diagnostics Laboratory facility in Jericho New York

The Histotechnician Responsibilities are:

• The Grosser position is responsible for the gross examination, description and dissection of all surgical pathology specimens received in the laboratory. The Grosser’s responsibilities include tissue processing, case set-up, validation of new protocols, maintenance of the grossing department and ensuring the proper workflow of specimens throughout the grossing area.
• Grosses/Prepares gross description and dissection of simple and complex surgical specimens with minimum supervision of the Medical Director and/or manager.
• Assures absolute accuracy in the matching of specimen container labels and labels on specimen cassettes in which specimen will be placed for further processing.
• Loads/unloads Tissue Processor and manages reagent and protocols.
• Handles and disposes of specimens and chemical waste based on the laboratory's procedural manual.
• Maintains grossing workflow by creating consistent flow of specimens in and out of the grossing area.
• Prepares, cleans, sterilizes, and maintains laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in the grossing area.
• Identify issues with the instruments and demonstrate the ability of troubleshoot all equipment.
• Monitors inventory levels and assesses reagent needs. Notifies management of the need for additional supplies. Receives, verifies, unpacks, and stores supplies to maintain Grossing area.
• Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance tests as required. Maintains all necessary documentation and current logs.

The Histotechnician must have the following qualifications and experience:

• NY State License as Clinical Laboratory Technologist required.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard pathology laboratory equipment.

Job Type: Per Diem

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