Grossing Histology Specialist
Grossing Histology Specialist
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Job Description
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 not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing 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
GrossingHours: Day
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Works independently under both direct and indirect supervision and performs technical functions including grossing of complex and non-complex surgical specimens.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Independently performs the major tasks involved in the routine and non-routine preparation of histological slides from surgical and biopsy specimens including macrodissection embedding microtomy and staining of tissue sections and labeling of finished slides.
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 laboratorys 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.
Must be able to embed complex excision tissue specimens according to prescribed guidelines set by the pathologists.
Operation of cryostat with neutralized non-fixed specimens in buffer for DIF( Direct immunofluorescence).
Must be able to operate H&E stainer IHC and Special Stains.
Maintains a clean and well-organized work area.
Will assist accessioning staff in proofreading gross descriptions on the Working Drafts for accuracy.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Absolute integrity and confidentiality with handling of patients specimens attention to detail and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience using CoPath - preferred
Must be able to read and write English
Ability to multi-task and work accurately under stress of workload demands
Works well in a team environment
Qualifications
Bachelors degree required.
A minimum of 24 college level science credits are required including:
-6 Biology
-6 Chemistry
-12 additional science credits (anatomy and physiology microbiology biochemistry etc)
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
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 People-Focused half Performance-Focused) 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
