Pathology Grossing Technician: Impactful Tissue Processing

HCA Healthcare; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3–9% of

Education assistance

Free telemedicine services

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Grossing Technician in Fort Lauderdale to support tissue processing in the gross room and Frozen Section Services, under supervision of pathology leadership, contributing to timely and accurate specimen workups. The role requires 1 year of histology or grossing experience, an accredited associate degree in laboratory science or equivalent, and ASCP certification is preferred.

You will document findings, maintain clean workspaces, and assist in education of residents

Qualifications

• 1 year of histology and/or grossing experience required.
• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) preferred.
• Education/training equivalent to an associate degree in laboratory science.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross examinations, dissection and description of tissues.
• Workload prioritized to meet Turn-Around-Time and specimen requirements.
• Maintain competence and update skills as procedures evolve.
• Tissue sampling, gross descriptions and dictations accurate per procedure.
• Specimens photographed when appropriate for archival purposes.
• Performs and dictates gross procedures on routine and complex specimens.
• Keeps gross room and equipment clean and properly organized.

Skills

Histology

Grossing

Education

Associate’s degree in laboratory science

Job description

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Grossing Technician in Fort Lauderdale to support tissue processing in the gross room and Frozen Section Services, under supervision of pathology leadership, contributing to timely and accurate specimen workups. The role requires 1 year of histology or grossing experience, an accredited associate degree in laboratory science or equivalent, and ASCP certification is preferred.

You will document findings, maintain clean workspaces, and assist in education of residents