(Archived) Histology/Grossing Tech

Perform duties that relate to the histology specimen grossing of surgically removed tissue under the supervision of the Pathology Assistant/Pathologist and/or laboratory supervisor.

Position Summary:
-Ensure specimen integrity upon arrival and throughout the entire process. Dictate a gross description for each biopsy specimen, dissect and prepare tissue for cassettes
-Gross core needle biopsy and all anatomical pathology specimens (under the supervision of a Pathologist Assistant and/or pathologist)
-Prepare dissected tissue specimens and place into cassettes
-Load prepared cassettes in Tissue Processors
-Operation of all tissue processors
-Familiar with safety procedures and standard operating procedures
-Compliance with all Federal and State regulations pertaining to Grossing
-Adhere to workload requirements
-Maintenance of accurate work records (i.e. Maintenance, Logs, Filter Logs, Bench Excerpts, etc.)
-Able to evaluate new laboratory equipment and procedures
-Working knowledge and understanding of TPS/Lab Manager IS system
-Assist in the professional development of laboratory aides

Qualifications:
-Associate’s degree program in Biology or Chemistry
-Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program
-Associate’s degree with 12 semester hours of biology or chemistry
-NY State Licence for CLT or HT
-1+ years of grossing experience
-Ability to work with hazardous chemicals
-Knowledgeable in the handling of specimens from accessioning to final specimen storage
-Working knowledge of laboratory organization, operational procedures, quality control and assurance and laboratory safety
-Dependable and flexible

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