Grossing Technologist

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

21h

About The Position

Under the direction of an Anatomic Pathologist, the Grossing Technologist is responsible for daily activities associated with processing tissue received from surgical procedures. The role also participates in educating pathology residents and in quality assurance activities related to tissue processing. Work is performed under the direct and indirect supervision of an Anatomic Pathologist and/or Pathologist Assistant. The position requires maintaining specimen identification and handling standards, assisting with frozen sections and fresh tissue triage, supporting laboratory education, collecting quality assurance data, maintaining the autopsy database, and participating in surgical pathology protocol development and maintenance. The employee must remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and comply with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This role is performed in a healthcare and laboratory environment, with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, chemicals, and potentially communicable diseases or hazardous waste. The position is classified as Light Work, involving exertion of up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, as well as possible significant walking or standing.

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 those fields from an accredited institution; or at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution meeting the specified coursework requirements.
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 consisting of 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 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, software packages specific to the role, 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 blood-borne pathogens.

Responsibilities

Perform gross examinations, dissection, and description of tissues received, under the direct and indirect supervision of an Anatomic Pathologist and/or Pathologist Assistant.
Ensure proper labeling of all specimens received and troubleshoot discrepancies.
Assist with frozen sections and fresh tissue triage, including specimen division as needed.
Train and educate laboratory personnel and residents in processing surgical tissues and post-mortem examinations as needed.
Collect and summarize quality assurance data for reporting as needed.
Maintain the autopsy database, including cataloging evidence and communicating with funeral homes about disposition of bodies as needed.
Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of surgical pathology protocols.
Perform other related duties as required.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.