Sharp HealthCare·San Diego, California
Provide accurate and timely processing of Level 1 and 2A pathology laboratory specimens. Responsibilities include describing gross features of tissues, preparing samples for microscopy, and performing quality control procedures.
The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.
What You Will Do Provide accurate and timely processing of simple (Levels 1, 2A) pathology laboratory specimens.
Required Qualifications Associate's Degree An earned associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology obtained from an accredited institution Or Other Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination. In addition the individual must have laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ASHES, NAACLS, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR at least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing. Individuals who attended foreign schools must have an evaluation of their credentials determining equivalency of their education to education obtained in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications: Grossing experience with Level 1 and 2A specimens Frozen section experience
Essential Functions Demonstrates critical thinking Demonstrates emotional intelligence and critical thinking in job performance.
Demonstrates appropriate and logical decisions, especially under critical and stressful situations.
Demonstrates empathy to patients, coworkers, and all others encountered in the workplace.
Able to troubleshoot in a logical, productive manner to reach an acceptable resolution.
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to optimize the organization's financial success while delivering the highest quality of care and service.
Uses time effectively and actively sets priorities.
Demonstrates flexibility in work practices and adjusts to unscheduled situations.
Cooperates with initiatives to improve work processes.
Tries new ideas and new ways of doing things.
Positively embraces and is receptive to change and actively participates in the process.
Equipment Uses equipment and related applications in completing testing and documentation processes.
Utilizes all equipment (including phone, copier, fax, etc.), instruments, products, and other tools per manufacturer's and training instructions and according to established procedures.
Demonstrates competency and efficient use of all tool applications (IS, PC, other system/software) and equipment to produce the end product.
Performs required preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment/tools.
Reports and documents equipment/tool/reagent issues and failures.
Checks inventory expiration dates and demonstrates ability to evaluate consumables (reagent/supply) inventory to prevent shortages; alerts ordering personnel.
Removes defective equipment from use, documents problem, and notifies appropriate personnel for repair; verifies equipment inspections are up-to-date.
Quality control Performs or assists with pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical tests and processes by evaluating quality control systems, data, and outcomes.
Completes and assesses all QC procedures in place with indicated corrective action and resolution as needed.
Coordinates and completes processes in place to meet standards established to maintain quality testing.
Has knowledge of and reviews quality assurance indicators and monitors in place and works with the laboratory team to meet the established thresholds.
Performs or assists with pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical test processes and evaluates results produced relative to the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of disease.
Describe gross features of full scope of tissues for processing (level 1) and simple (level 2A) surgical specimens according to professional standards.
Prepare tissue samples for processing for light microscopy.
Select samples for special studies such as flow cytometry, cytogenetics, cultures.
Demonstrate proficiency with cutting frozen section blocks and staining frozen section and touch preparation slides, in a timely manner within the standards of quality.
Assist with specimen accessioning.
Photograph gross specimens.
Assure proper maintenance of equipment with documentation.
Completes processes without error using written policies, procedures and other appropriate resources; identifies issues in policies or procedures.
SHC corporate commitment to compliance training principles are correctly and appropriately utilized when performing assigned procedures as written.
Performs new procedures and policies within acceptable training time intervals; meets department turnaround time goals.
Documents activities and results consistently, thoroughly and legibly; proofreads and double checks own work to minimize errors.
Evaluates data for accuracy and verifies any questionable finding with thorough investigation and appropriate follow-through.
Performs or assists with pre-analytical and post analytical procedures and demonstrates assessment of testing factors with regard to patient age and population specific groups.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Medical/pathology terminology and basic computer knowledge
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
Requires an Associate's degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, or equivalent education with specific science credits and clinical training. Preferred qualifications include experience with grossing and frozen sections.
Completes daily position tasks within expected timeframes to meet overall histology lab QA goal expectations.
Identifies errors and follows-through with investigation, correction, documentation, and notification to appropriate caregiver and lab leadership.
Teamwork Communicates, cooperates, collaborates and takes initiative to be an effective team member.
Proactively initiates communication and works cooperatively with others to successfully complete work assignments.
Demonstrates positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Completes documentation legibly, accurately, and timely.
Stays informed through staff meetings, electronic communication, in-services, and educational opportunities.
Establishes effective working relationships between internal and external customers.
Seeks opportunities for feedback to improve effectiveness of own communication.
Validates messages by clarifying expectations and verifying understanding of agreements/action plans.
Test processes relative to diagnosis, assessment and treatment
Market context
In California, Grossing Assistant II positions are typically driven by steady demand in pathology and surgical services, especially where labs need support with specimen processing and frozen sections. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an associate’s degree or equivalent lab training plus hands-on grossing experience; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you’re applying, confirm your science credits, clinical training, and any frozen-section experience before submitting.
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