Histology Grossing Assistant, CLIA Nashville
Overview
You will own accessioning and grossing of low-complexity specimens at PathGroup's Nashville lab, working under pathologists and pathologist assistants. You will drive specimen flow from receipt through processing, ensuring accurate tissue submission for diagnosis. You will prepare frozen sections, manage reagent inventory, and handle hazardous waste per CLIA-88 standards. This role stands out for its hands-on exposure to Histology and Frozen Sections, with direct impact on patient care.
What You'll Do9
- 1Accession all tissue specimens and embed them into cassettes, ensuring correct labeling and tracking.
- 2Gross and submit low-complexity tissues under direction, following protocols for Hematoxylin and Eosin staining readiness.
- 3Perform frozen sections at designated sites, mounting and staining slides for rapid diagnosis.
- 4Hang tissue on Tissue Processors in proper order and cycle, optimizing reagent exposure.
- 5Select specimens for grossing based on pathologist instructions and case complexity.
- 6Photograph specimens using Polaroid, Digital, and 35mm cameras for documentation.
- 7Prepare tissue for external testing such as Lymphoma Phenotyping and Quantitative Iron Studies, ensuring proper fixation and packaging.
- 8Maintain reagent inventory and prepare routine solutions, including Xylene recycling and hazardous waste disposal per safety guidelines.
- 9Review procedure manuals quarterly and implement updates, adhering to CLIA-88 high complexity testing standards.
Requirements7
- 1Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or 60 semester hours including 24 semester hours of medical lab technology or science courses (with 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours combined).
- 2Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved by ABHES, CAHEA, or HHS, or 3 months documented training in each high complexity testing specialty.
- 31+ year of healthcare environment job-related experience.
- 4Qualified as high complexity testing personnel under CLIA-88 regulations.
- 5Proficiency in Polaroid and 35mm photography for specimen documentation.
- 6Knowledge of hazardous waste handling including Xylene recycling and disposal of Formaldehyde and B5.
- 7Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds for specimen transport and reagent restocking.
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