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Quest Diagnostics

Operates nationwide clinical laboratory testing

Grossing Supervisor

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeMemphis, TN, USA$72.6k - $130.7k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have 3–6 years of surgical grossing experience; experience should include grossing complex specimens if the laboratory's daily workload includes such specimens.
  • Meet the requirements in the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
  • Be able to sit or stand for long periods.
  • Be able to prepare and maintain a department budget.
  • Be able to maintain and update department standard operating procedures.
  • Have knowledge of laboratory safety.
  • Have written and verbal communication skills.
  • Have organizational skills.
  • Be able to identify problems, resolve them, or escalate them as needed.
  • Complete a NAACLS-approved Pathologist Assistant training program.
  • Meet the requirements in the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations of the Surgical Pathology area and supervise grossing and support staff.
  • Ensure departmental policies and procedures meet current state and federal regulations in conjunction with the Department Manager.
  • Coordinate and supervise Lab Assistants in Surgical Pathology, Grossing Personnel, and other Surgical Pathology support staff.
  • Schedule and maintain adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel.
  • Maintain attendance records and approve overtime and vacation time.
  • Conduct grossing department orientation and verify training.
  • Perform New Hire QC for grossing staff when applicable.
  • Provide technical instructions and train personnel in techniques, instrumentation, and work organization.
  • Administer competency assessments, including direct observation, to grossing staff.
  • Administer and maintain HPAP documentation when applicable.
  • Assist with budget preparation, recommend capital equipment needs, and monitor and control expenses within the department budget.
  • Interact with pathologists regarding gross dissection and description activities, including specimen types requiring direct pathologist supervision.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results, correct them, or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, manager, technical supervisor, or laboratory director.
  • Maintain appropriate levels of supplies and reagents for the workload.
  • Maintain and revise the current procedure manual, documenting review and approval as appropriate.
  • Interview and select potential employees in conjunction with the Manager.
  • Write and conduct employee performance evaluations.
  • Ensure employees follow company and department policies and initiate performance improvement when needed.
  • Participate in company meetings and conduct departmental meetings when applicable.
  • Communicate with the Histopathology Technical Supervisor and Senior Medical Director or Laboratory Director as appropriate.
  • Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition, identify malfunctions, and troubleshoot as needed.
  • Ensure technical quality so Pathologists can adequately evaluate prepared slides.
  • Maintain appropriate Quality Assurance documentation.
  • Ensure employees comply with safety regulations, including use of personal protective equipment.
  • Ensure grossing staff complete initial formalin monitoring at hire and periodically thereafter, if applicable.
  • Complete departmental training and competency assessments.
  • Interact with medical transcription staff as applicable.
  • Facilitate and develop department-specific continuing education.
  • Perform special projects as assigned by the department manager.
  • Provide backup for grossing personnel.
  • Ensure corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • Have 1–2 years of experience in a leadership role.
  • Have a Bachelor's/BS degree in Biological or Physical Sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Have AAPA Fellowship status and/or PA (ASCP) certification.

About the Company

Quest Diagnostics

Operates nationwide clinical laboratory testing

Quest Diagnostics provides clinical laboratory testing and diagnostic services. It processes patient samples across a network of laboratories to run a broad menu of 3,000+ tests, including cancer diagnostics and anatomical pathology, and delivers interpretive reports through its medical staff. Tests are performed at its patient service centers, esoteric and rapid-response labs, and outpatient facilities, with results shared with clinicians via connected data systems. What sets Quest Diagnostics apart is its scale and scope: the world’s largest clinical lab network, the broadest test menu, a large team of MDs and PhDs for interpretation, and leadership in cancer diagnostics and pre-employment drug testing, plus extensive clinical trials testing. Its goal is to empower healthcare providers and patients with actionable diagnostic insights to identify, treat, and manage disease, inspire healthy behaviors, and improve health outcomes.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Secaucus, NJ
Founded
1967

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