Grossing Technologist - PRN - Jeff Hwy

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

20h

About The Position

Under the direction of an Anatomic Pathologist, the Grossing Technologist performs daily activities related to processing tissues received from surgical procedures and participates in educating pathology residents and conducting quality assurance activities. The role includes gross examination, dissection, and description of tissue specimens, along with specimen labeling, frozen-section assistance, tissue triage, and support for surgical pathology protocols. The position also involves maintaining an autopsy database and complying with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program. The work routinely involves exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, chemicals, and potential bloodborne or communicable disease hazards in a patient-care environment. This is a PRN position at Jeff Hwy.

Requirements

Associate degree in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields from an accredited institution; or at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution, including the specified coursework.
For the 60-semester-hour education pathway: at least 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, or 14 semester hours of science courses including 6 semester hours of chemistry and 6 semester hours of biology, plus 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology.
Laboratory training through completion of an accredited clinical laboratory training program or at least 3 months of documented training in pathology, histology, or cytology.
Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and information retrieval.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboard use.
Knowledge of quality, safety, and compliance programs, and ability to apply these principles in the Gross lab.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage stress while processing a large volume of specimens effectively.
Ability to work in a controlled environment with exposure to chemicals, body fluids, and bloodborne pathogens.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Light Work, including occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force and frequently exerting up to 10 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

Performs gross examinations, dissection, and description of tissues received under the direct or indirect supervision of an Anatomic Pathologist and/or Pathologist Assistant.
Ensures proper labeling of specimens and troubleshoots discrepancies.
Assists with frozen sections and fresh-tissue triage, including specimen division as needed.
Trains and educates laboratory personnel and residents in surgical tissue processing and post-mortem examinations as needed.
Collects and summarizes quality assurance data for reporting as needed.
Maintains the autopsy database, including cataloging evidence and communicating with funeral homes about disposition of bodies as needed.
Participates in developing, implementing, and maintaining surgical pathology protocols.
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensures compliance.
Reports known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.