Non-Registered Gross Tech
Core
Receive, accession, and process tissue specimens for histopathology analysis, including grossing, embedding, microtomy, and staining.
Role type
Laboratory Technician (Histotechnology)
Builds
Histology slides and tissue blocks for diagnostic pathology
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tissue specimen accessioning, paraffin embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, laboratory instrument operation, quality control logging, biohazard handling
Preferred skills
ASCP certification, experience with grossing small biopsies and complex surgical specimens, high-volume clinical lab experience
Technologies
Microtomes, tissue processors, stainers, coverslippers
Responsibilities
Receive and verify patient identifiers on tissue specimens; cut paraffin sections and mount slides; perform routine H&E and special stain preparations; operate and maintain lab instruments; maintain reagent and equipment logs; communicate QC issues to lead techs.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
