Pathology Grossing Specialist

ummh; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a pathology support technician to perform grossing, dissection and dictation of surgical specimens. You will manage case accessions in the LIS, prepare cassettes and assist with autopsy-related tasks in a busy hospital pathology setting.

The role requires an Associates Degree in Laboratory Science, strong anatomy knowledge and solid communication skills, with weekend/holiday on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a Laboratory Science meeting CLIA high complexity testing.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology.
• Able to lift/move bodies with mechanical lift assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform grossing, dissection and dictation of surgical specimens as assigned.
• Accessions cases into the hospital LIS and prepare specimens for transfer.
• Register, troubleshoot labeling issues and coordinate with PA supervisor as needed.
• Maintain morgue, autopsy suite and storage areas in a clean, organized manner.
• Rotate weekend and holiday on call as required.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Physical ability to lift/move bodies

Education

Associates Degree in a Laboratory Science

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a pathology support technician to perform grossing, dissection and dictation of surgical specimens. You will manage case accessions in the LIS, prepare cassettes and assist with autopsy-related tasks in a busy hospital pathology setting.

The role requires an Associates Degree in Laboratory Science, strong anatomy knowledge and solid communication skills, with weekend/holiday on-call rotation.