Laboratory Grossing Technician Westlake Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is a large dermatology group located in the Austin area with an in-house dermatopathology laboratory for the processing of tissue specimens from patients. Westlake Dermatology is seeking a Laboratory Grossing Technician to work in our Histology lab in Austin, TX. This position will be responsible for preparing tissue specimens for pathologist diagnostic study. The schedule will be Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM.No previous histology experience required - entry level candidates encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities and Duties:- Collect patient tissue specimens with appropriate logging of specimens at pick upSorting patient specimens and entering specimen information in our computer system for accessioning
- Provide the gross description, and dissection of surgical specimens
- Diagram pertinent gross specimens as necessary
- Operate a cassette labeler, and operate a tissue processor
- Perform equipment maintenance as needed
- Record equipment log data, and documentation required to manage the daily work flow and provide QC/QA controls
- Print and collate case worksheets, filing slides, jars, and paperwork, organizing waste and inventory
- Distribute cases to pathologists for diagnosis
- Understands and follows all OSHA guidelines
- Respects and maintains confidentiality of information relative to clients and patients
Communicates with laboratory staff and its clients to ensure quality patient care.
Demonstrates interpersonal skills required to successfully perform as a team member in a constantly changing environment.
Qualifications and Skills:
Must meet minimal CLIA requirements of testing personnel for high complexity testing
Education:- Candidate will need to provide official transcripts to be credentialed before being hired.
- At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes:24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology coursesOR24 semester hours of science courses that include—Six semester hours of chemistry
- Six semester hours of biologyand Twelve semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination;
Experience: Preferred but not required
Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHSAt least 3 months documented laboratory training in which the individual performs high complexity testing
