Clinical Technologist 2 - Grossing Technician

Overview

Under supervision of the Specimen Receiving, Frozen Section, Gross Room Senior Manager and Gross Room Manager; assist with the grossing and accessioning of specimens; perform maintenance and organization duties as required in the lab, and other additional duties.

Schedule/Shift: Full-Time - 37.5 HRS, Weekdays 10:30am -6:30pm. Occasional weekends, holiday/recess periods may also be required.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Prosection of simple specimens, core biopsy specimens, large simple biopsy specimens, and non-complex specimens under the supervision of a certified Pathologist’s Assistant and/or a Pathologist.
2. Prepare specimens/tissue samples for analysis and diagnosis using specialized laboratory techniques.
3. Complete tissue intake/accessioning of surgical pathology specimens.
4. Ensuring the timely processing of frozen section specimens for patients currently in the OR awaiting results.
5. Pick up specimens in various operating rooms and deliver to Surgical Pathology for processing.
6. Perform staining of frozen section slides for histological analysis by a pathologist.
7. Maintain data of Frozen Section Laboratory equipment as required by CAP.
8. Maintain inventory and ordering of accessioning and grossing supplies.
9. Perform other functions as necessary for providing anatomic pathology services. Clean, organize and stock grossing stations.
10. Maintain laboratory facilities and work areas, including the cleaning and organizing of countertops, fridges and bone saws.
11. Perform other functions as necessary for providing anatomic pathology services.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Prior experience with specimen handling processes in a clinical laboratory, demonstrating strong attention to detail in accurate identification, labeling, documentation, and data entry during intake, accessioning, and/or grossing.
2. Demonstrated Ability to perform gross examination and prosection of simple specimens, core biopsies, and non‑complex specimens under the supervision of a Pathologist or certified Pathologists’ Assistant.
3. Working Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, including proper handling of biohazardous materials, chemicals, and sharp instruments.
4. Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time in a face paced environment while consistently meeting turnaround time expectations.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Bachelor of Science degree with appropriate major or Educational requirements sufficient to meet the qualifications of Standard 493.1489 of CLIA (associate degree in laboratory sciences or medical laboratory technology or 60 semester hours from an accredited institution (minimum of 24 science courses).
2. Knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety protocols, including HIPAA and CAP standards.
3. Experience with laboratory information systems and software such as EPIC and CoPath.
4. Experience in a medical environment