High Complexity Grossing Assistant

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The person in this position is qualified as a high complexity testing personnel under CLIA-88 regulations. This position is responsible for accessioning and gross examination of tissue specimens independently under the direction of the Medical Director of Pathology. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Must be able to complete a documented training program per CLIA standards. - Accession and prepare tissue specimens for gross examination. - Perform gross dissections of both higher complexity cases as well as smaller surgical and biopsy cases. - Perform gross dictations as outlined by the department specimen protocol. - Properly hang tissue on the processors. - Photograph specimens (Polaroid, digital, and 35 mm). - Prepare tissue to be sent out for further testing such as Lymphoma Phenotyping, Quantitative Iron studies, etc. - Prepare routine solutions, maintain an inventory of supplies and store in proper location and keep a clean work area. - Responsible for proper disposal and handling of hazardous waste (i.e. xylene, reagent alcohol, formaldehyde, B-Plus) and dispose of specimens according to procedures. - Meet department and quality assurance standards. - Review procedure manual...