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Title: Grossing Technologist
Division: Pathology
Schedule: Schedule Varies
Work Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $27.35 to $37.74
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Requisition ID: 18549
Summary
Under the supervision of Pathologists and Pathologists' Assistants, the Grossing Technologist is responsible for gross examination of small and uncomplicated specimens, and the processing of tissue.
Job Duties
- Assures appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling.
- Maintains the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
- Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
- Describes gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
- Capable of grossing moderate to high complex/complicated specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
- Records measurements, weight, volume, and any abnormal findings as applicable.
- Dissects surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
- Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologists’ Assistants.
- Follows the laboratory’s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
- Interacts directly with Pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a Pathologist.
- Identifies issues that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the issues or immediately notifies Laboratory Director or Medical Director.
- Ensures all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
- Ensures compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
- Maintains a clean and well-organized work area.
- Functions with efficiency and clear communication.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.
- No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in a science related field (preferably biology or physiology) with at least 24-semester hours of combined credits in biology and chemistry.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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