Pathology Grossing Technician

United Digestive•Alpharetta, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pathology Grossing Technician prepares, grossly inspects, documents, and processes laboratory specimens for histology. The position handles small biopsies and polyps, cytology specimens, tissue processing, specimen documentation, quality checks, equipment upkeep, inventory support, and safe waste disposal. The technician must preserve specimen integrity and diagnostic viability, follow established laboratory protocols and organizational policies, and comply with CLIA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements. The role is based at United Digestive Pathology Services in Alpharetta, Georgia, is full time, and may require travel as needed for business requirements. Ability to work second- and third-shift hours is required.

Requirements

Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, or 60 combined credit hours of laboratory science including at least 24 credit hours of chemistry and biology, as evidenced by certified transcripts.
Knowledge of biology, chemistry, histology, immunology, and mathematics.
Computer literacy and ability to operate multiple Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems (LIS).
Ability to work second- and third-shift hours.
Ability to multitask in a high-production work environment and meet productivity goals.
Ability to interpret specimen-handling policies and procedures proficiently.
Effective, courteous, and professional communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to accurately execute a wide variety of laboratory techniques.
Ability to work and make independent decisions about specimen handling in accordance with organizational guidelines, policies, laws, and regulations.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple delegated tasks.
Ability to handle biological and hazardous waste and reagent-grade chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.
One year of clinical histology or grossing experience in a pathology setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare and grossly inspect small biopsy and polyp specimens submitted for histopathology.
Grossly examine and document receipt of cytology specimens.
Record detailed gross examination findings and specimen counts accurately.
Prepare small biopsy specimens for histologic processing.
Use sound judgment and scientific protocols when handling tissue samples.
Operate histological processing equipment and follow established tissue-processing protocols.
Maintain an organized and safe work environment and grossing workbench.
Preserve specimen integrity and diagnostic viability, ensuring correct labeling of all materials.
Perform quality checks to verify that correct accession numbers accompany tissue cassettes and specimen containers.
Use the laboratory information system (LIS) for appropriate case documentation.
Dispose of biological and hazardous waste safely and appropriately.
Identify problems, notify management, and troubleshoot with supervision.
Support inventory management and tracking of processing supplies and reagents.
Maintain laboratory equipment through upkeep, quality-control checks, and logs.
Participate in continuing education and in-service training.
Maintain department policies, procedures, and objectives related to quality assurance, safety, environmental control, and infection control.
Follow CLIA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Multitask in a high-production environment while producing high-quality work and meeting productivity goals.
Communicate courteously and professionally with coworkers, physicians, and others by telephone, email, and in person.
Organize and accurately execute a wide variety of laboratory techniques.
Work and make decisions independently regarding specimen handling, in accordance with organizational guidelines, policies, laws, and regulations.
Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks delegated by UD leadership.