Pathology Gross Room Tech - Evening Shift

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development

Tuition Assistance

Diverse and collaborative working env.

Affordable benefits package

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Surgical Pathology Grossing Technician to support the pathology team in a fast-paced environment. Under supervision, you accession specimens and perform gross examination of non-complicated surgical specimens, ensuring proper labeling and handling.

The role requires workflow coordination, accurate record-keeping, and safe handling of hazardous materials, with opportunities for growth and development within a renowned health system.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, or high school diploma with related science coursework including chemistry/biology.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a Surgical Pathology or Histopathology grossing area.
• At least 3 months documented laboratory training and familiarity with pathology terminology.

Responsibilities

• Accession specimens and perform gross examination of non-complicated surgical specimens.
• Obtain specimens from operating rooms, perform examination, and conduct frozen sectioning if required.
• Package tissues, slides and blocks for transportation and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain grossing room equipment and supplies; monitor storage and disposal of specimens.
• Possibly perform photography, radiography, and microwave fixation as needed.

Skills

Pathology terminology

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

High school diploma + related science courses

Job description

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Surgical Pathology Grossing Technician to support the pathology team in a fast-paced environment. Under supervision, you accession specimens and perform gross examination of non-complicated surgical specimens, ensuring proper labeling and handling.

The role requires workflow coordination, accurate record-keeping, and safe handling of hazardous materials, with opportunities for growth and development within a renowned health system.