Pathology Grossing Specialist

7 days ago


Alpharetta, United States United Digestive Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Pathology Grossing Technician to join our team at United Digestive. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, grossing, and processing laboratory specimens for histopathology.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and grossly inspect specimens, including small biopsies and polyps, for histopathology
  • Grossly examine and document receipt of cytology specimens
  • Record detailed gross examination findings and specimen counts accurately
  • Prepare small biopsy specimens for histologic processing
  • Exercise good judgment and scientific protocols when handling tissue samples
  • Work with histological processing equipment and follow established tissue processing protocols
  • Maintain an organized and safe work environment and grossing workbench
  • Maintain diagnostic viability of all specimens received and ensure correct labeling of all materials
  • Ensure specimen integrity and diagnostic viability; conduct quality checks to verify correct accession numbers accompany tissue cassettes and specimen containers
  • Navigate laboratory information system (LIS) successfully, applying appropriate case documentation
  • Provide appropriate and safe disposal of biological and hazardous waste
  • Identify problems and bring to the attention of management; troubleshoot with supervision
  • Support appropriate inventory management and tracking needs for processing supplies and reagents
  • Maintain lab equipment through upkeep, quality control checks, and logs
  • Participate in continuing education/in-service training sessions
  • Maintain established department policies, procedures, and objectives, including the areas of quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control
  • Follow all CLIA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements
Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, or 60 combined credit hours of laboratory science with a minimum of 24 credit hours of chemistry and biology without a conferred degree. One year of clinical (histology/grossing) experience in the pathology setting is preferred. The candidate must be computer literate and able to operate multiple Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems (LIS).

Additional Skills and Experience
  • Multi-task in a high production work environment; produce high-quality work and meet productivity goals
  • Interpret policies and procedures with high proficiency as it applies to specimen handling
  • Communicate effectively with co-workers, physicians, and others in a courteous and professional manner, through the telephone, email, and in-person
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and execute a wide variety of lab techniques accurately
  • Work and make decisions independently, when dealing with specimens and their proper handling, based on organization guidelines/policies, laws, and regulations
  • Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks as delegated by UD leadership
Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands

The position requires sitting and standing associated with a laboratory environment; ability to work 2nd and 3rd shift hours is required. Handles biological and hazardous waste and reagent-grade chemicals.



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