Grossing Assistant

St Luke; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s Boise Hospital is seeking a Grossing Assistant to support Histology and Cytology departments in a fast-paced lab.

The role handles pre-analytical processing of specimens under direct supervision, ensuring proper handling, preparation and distribution for further testing. Responsibilities include preparing specimens, assisting with staining and coverslipping, maintaining accurate labeling, and coordinating with physicians and pathologists while following all safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 0 years.
• Licenses/Certifications: None

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for processing according to laboratory protocols.
• Assist with staining and coverslipping procedures.
• Organize and distribute specimens to maintain workflow.
• Under supervision, assist in cutting various tissue samples for Histology.
• Coordinate autopsy procedure with Physician Assistants and Pathologists.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Anatomic Cytology Services Boise Hospital Flr 1

Position Type

Full-Time

Job ID

156903

City

State

ID

Category

Laboratory Services

Description & Requirements

The Grossing Assistant supports the Histology and Cytology departments by performing pre-analytical processing of laboratory specimens under direct supervision. The Grossing Assistant ensures proper handling, preparation, and distribution of specimens for further testing while complying with laboratory policies and regulatory requirements.

• Prepares specimens for processing according to laboratory protocols.
• Assists with staining and coverslipping procedures.
• Organizes and efficiently distributes specimens to maintain workflow.
• Under supervision, assist in cutting various tissue samples for Histology.
• Coordinates autopsy procedure with Physician Assistants and Pathologists
• May assist providers and/or technical functions with patient-facing procedures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to procedures.
• Adhere to established department policies, procedures, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately maintain patient identification throughout the preparation process.
• Ensures specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled and stored.
• Follows laboratory policies and procedures in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Maintain inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Cleans and sanitizes laboratory dishes and equipment used in specimen preparation.
• This role involves performing tasks and tests with minimal supervision and routinely guides other team members.
• Participate in reviewing procedures and providing feedback.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 0 years of experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: None

What's In It For You

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.