Anatomic Pathology Specialist II
Anatomic Pathology Specialist II
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a notforprofit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that highperforming teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryActing under the supervision of the Technical Supervisor of the Surgical Grossing Room processes a full range of noncomplex* and moderate complexity** human surgical pathology specimens in a highvolume academic setting. Provides instruction to trainees on appropriate specimen handling of noncomplex and moderate complexity specimens. Performs other technical and ad hoc administrative tasks in laboratory.
Does this position require Patient Care
No
Qualifications
Grossing Responsibilities
1. Processing a full range of noncomplex and moderately complex surgical pathology specimens under direct supervision of the Senior Surgical Pathologists Assistant and the indirect supervision of the Technical Supervisor of the Surgical Grossing Room.
2. Processes a full range of noncomplex and moderately complex surgical pathology specimens via direct transfer and/or minimal sectioning of tissue.
3. Transcribes gross description in realtime utilizing voice recognition software. Correct and finalize gross description section of the surgical pathology report. As required review gross description and case materials with medical staff at signout.
4. Provides cross coverage for the Womens and Perinatal Pathology Specialist on all noncomplex specimens.
5. Provide instruction for pathology trainees in surgical pathology technique. Orient and train less advanced technicians in Pathology Gross Room procedures.
6. Appropriately triages tissue for different types of fixation or special studies.
7. Demonstrates astute clinical judgment when handling patient material and reports.
8. Maintains diagnostic viability of specimens. Ensures correct patient labeling of all materials received. Ensures that requests for service by clinicians meets regulatory standards set by The Joint Commission and other agencies.
9. Assist senior staff by assuring consistent and proper acquisition of tissue from specimens for departmental or interdepartmental purposes such as clinical studies teaching and research.
10. As necessary on a rotating basis provides Saturday coverage for grossing surgical specimens.
11. Assist in keeping work area clean organized and in compliance with all safety regulations.
12. Maintains established department policies procedures and objectives including quality assurance safety environmental and infection control.
13. Follows all The Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals and related BWH Laboratory and Hospital Policies.
Triage/Accession
14. Receive verify and enter data of patient medical record information into the laboratory information system (LIS) assign surgical pathology accession number(s) edit and confirm patient charge information.
15. Complete accession process by generating barcoded labels affix labels to surgical specimens print specimen cassettes and ensure quality assurance by cross checking all cassettes with specimens.
16. Respond to telephone inquiries regarding surgical specimens patient test results and related information. Forward technical questions to the Technical Supervisor or appropriate person as appropriate.
17. Perform all other duties and responsibilities as directed.
Education
Bachelors degree required preferably in biology chemistry or a related field.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes
Experience
Previous experience (minimum of one year) in grossing surgical specimens is preferred.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Aptitude for attention to detail
Indepth knowledge of the clinical field and medical terminology
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and verbal presentation skills
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (3466%)
- Walking Frequently (3466%)
- Sitting Occasionally (333%)
- Lifting Frequently (3466%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (3466%) 20lbs 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (333%)
- Pulling Occasionally (333%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (3466%)
- Stooping Occasionally (333%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (333%)
- Crouching Occasionally (333%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (3466%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (3466%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (3466%)
- Feeling Constantly (67100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision Far Constantly (67100%)
- Vision Near Constantly (67100%)
- Talking Constantly (67100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67100%)
*Noncomplex specimens is further defined by the Anatomic Pathology Medical Director as clinical biopsies only. Specifically encompassing but not limited to these tissue types: gastrointestinal cardiac breast renal dermatologic bone and soft tissue.
*Moderate complexity specimens are clinical specimens further defined by the Anatomic Pathology Medical Director. Specifically encompassing but not limited to these nonneoplastic specimens: gallbladder appendix hernia sac nasal contents foreskin pilonidal cyst tonsil and capsular tissue
Remote Type
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
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EEO Statement:
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At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half PeopleFocused half PerformanceFocused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
