Grossing Assistant

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Summary:

Prepares tissue for gross pathology. Gross pathology involves the dictation of overall description of specimen to include size, the cutting of the specimen, loading specimens into processor to prepare specimen blocks for specimen block cutting staining, and Pathology analysis. Registers patient/specimens, assigning unique numbers to each specimen, and orders tests, which are tied to charges. Processes surgical specimens by a frozen process to quickly prepare specimens for Pathologist analysis for patients during surgery

What Grossing Assistant, will do:

• Able to perform registration and ordering of tests.
• Ability to focus and properly label cassette with correct associated with dictation job numbers.
• Able to assist with specimen cutting and gross description dictation.
• Able to operate basic equipment – i.e. cryostat.
• Able to prepare specimens for tissue processor.

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

Minimum:

• Associate’s Degree in chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology obtained from an accredited institution or equivalent education/training

• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in the sciences such as biology and anatomy.

Related Experience

Minimum: Perform analytical functions such as calculating, weighing and correlating of information Preferred: Tissue cutting skills, anatomical lab experience.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage available on your first day
• 403b with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% paid CEU
• Paid Time Off

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.