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Form of workGrossing Histology Specialist
Dermapathology
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Independently performs the major tasks involved in the routine and non-routine preparation surgical and biopsy dermatology specimens including macrodissection.
Assures appropriate specimen labeling; maintains the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
Responsible for gross description and macrodissection of a variety of specimens including simple shave and punch biopsies as well as complex excisions and MOHS procedures and prepares tissues for histologic processing.
Must be able to record measurements and any abnormal findings and orient, ink and section complex tissue samples in order to maintain orientation for the submitting clinician.
Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problems or immediately notifies the supervisor/manager/lead, technical supervisor, or director.
Interacts directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
Loads tissue cassettes into tissue processors and initiates processing according to protocol.
Follows the laboratory's applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
Ensures all laboratory 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.
Will assist accessioning staff in proof reading gross descriptions on the Working Drafts for accuracy.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Education:
Associates in relevant field required, Bachelors preferred
Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
Experience:
Preferred: 1 years experience grossing in an anatomic pathology laboratory
Experience using CoPath - preferred
