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Excellence Join a team that’s setting the standard for safety and quality.
At a Glance Every day as a Quest career professional, you’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with the latest cutting‑edge technology. As a laboratory operations team member, you will play a key role in ensuring that the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity are upheld while meeting the needs of our patients. You’ll be supported by a company committed to helping you grow a rewarding career through cross‑training and comprehensive learning opportunities.
Success Profile
Focused
Results‑driven
Quick‑thinking
Organized
See How Your Career Can Grow With a world of opportunities in our supportive environment, you’ll take your career to the next level. From collaborating with senior leaders on meaningful work, to on‑the‑job training, we are committed to fostering your growth so you can build a successful career. Here is just one example of a career path you can take.
Lab Supervisor or Trainer
Additional Advancement Opportunities
Category
Laboratory
Location
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Function
Operations
Job Family
Laboratory Operations
Shift
Day
Employee Type
On‑Call
Work Mode
On‑site
Job Description Salary: $40+ per hour
Sign on Bonus Available!
The pathologist assistant position is intended for individuals with appropriate education and training in surgical pathology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area, including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues. The individual will be responsible for conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.
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 and non‑routine (complex) surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
Capable of grossing high‑complexity specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision.
Escalate more complex/unusual specimens to Exempt Pathologist’s Assistant or Pathologist.
Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
May oversee performance of grossing technicians.
May provide training to grossing technicians.
Perform specimen preparation on non‑gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non‑gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens.
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.
Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications Required Work Experience: None.
Preferred Work Experience: 1 year of surgical gross experience.
Physical and Mental Requirements: Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
Knowledge: Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non‑Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
Skills: None.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Required).
Licensing & Certifications: Current state licensure, if applicable (Required); NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program.
Equal Opportunity Employer Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Medical, Supplemental Health, Dental, and Vision From medical, dental, and vision coverage plans designed to meet your needs, to supplemental health plans for an additional layer of financial protection, you can rest assured that your health is high on our agenda.
Annual Incentive Plans All eligible employees are invited to participate in our success in our annual incentive bonus plan payout.
401(k) You’re eligible to join the Quest Diagnostics 401(k) Plan on your date of hire. The company will match up to 5% of your annual salary.
About Quest We’ve built a welcoming workplace where all people are inspired to learn, develop and progress in their careers. There’s a broad range of opportunities, so you can explore many career paths in one company. We’re committed to helping our people live a healthier lifestyle. One way we do this is by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, so you can take care of yourself and the ones you love.
Stay in Touch We encourage you to sign up for our job alerts. Once registered, we’ll match you with current and future career opportunities. You’ll also receive updates about Quest news, events, and other exciting opportunities.
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Excellence Join a team that’s setting the standard for safety and quality.
At a Glance Every day as a Quest career professional, you’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with the latest cutting‑edge technology. As a laboratory operations team member, you will play a key role in ensuring that the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity are upheld while meeting the needs of our patients. You’ll be supported by a company committed to helping you grow a rewarding career through cross‑training and comprehensive learning opportunities.
Success Profile
Focused
Results‑driven
Quick‑thinking
Organized
See How Your Career Can Grow With a world of opportunities in our supportive environment, you’ll take your career to the next level. From collaborating with senior leaders on meaningful work, to on‑the‑job training, we are committed to fostering your growth so you can build a successful career. Here is just one example of a career path you can take.
Lab Supervisor or Trainer
Additional Advancement Opportunities
Category
Laboratory
Location
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Function
Operations
Job Family
Laboratory Operations
Shift
Day
Employee Type
On‑Call
Work Mode
On‑site
Job Description Salary: $40+ per hour
Sign on Bonus Available!
The pathologist assistant position is intended for individuals with appropriate education and training in surgical pathology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area, including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues. The individual will be responsible for conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.
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 and non‑routine (complex) surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
Capable of grossing high‑complexity specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision.
Escalate more complex/unusual specimens to Exempt Pathologist’s Assistant or Pathologist.
Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
May oversee performance of grossing technicians.
May provide training to grossing technicians.
Perform specimen preparation on non‑gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non‑gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens.
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.
Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications Required Work Experience: None.
Preferred Work Experience: 1 year of surgical gross experience.
Physical and Mental Requirements: Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
Knowledge: Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non‑Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
Skills: None.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Required).
Licensing & Certifications: Current state licensure, if applicable (Required); NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program.
Equal Opportunity Employer Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Medical, Supplemental Health, Dental, and Vision From medical, dental, and vision coverage plans designed to meet your needs, to supplemental health plans for an additional layer of financial protection, you can rest assured that your health is high on our agenda.
Annual Incentive Plans All eligible employees are invited to participate in our success in our annual incentive bonus plan payout.
401(k) You’re eligible to join the Quest Diagnostics 401(k) Plan on your date of hire. The company will match up to 5% of your annual salary.
About Quest We’ve built a welcoming workplace where all people are inspired to learn, develop and progress in their careers. There’s a broad range of opportunities, so you can explore many career paths in one company. We’re committed to helping our people live a healthier lifestyle. One way we do this is by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, so you can take care of yourself and the ones you love.
Stay in Touch We encourage you to sign up for our job alerts. Once registered, we’ll match you with current and future career opportunities. You’ll also receive updates about Quest news, events, and other exciting opportunities.
#J-18808-Ljbffr