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Grosser Technologist

•Temporary at BioReference Grosser Technologist

•Temporary at BioReference in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey Posted in about 17 hours ago.

Type:

temporary

Job Title:

Grossing Technologist

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Temporary Location:

Elmwood Park, NJ (on-site)

Department:

Anatomic Pathology /

Histology Employment Type:

Temporary Position Summary The Grossing Technologist performs accurate gross examination, description, and dissection of surgical pathology specimens in accordance with pathologist protocols, departmental SOPs, and applicable regulatory standards. This is a temporary, on-site assignment supporting the Anatomic Pathology laboratory at our Elmwood Park, New Jersey facility. Position Responsibilities Duties may include, but are not limited to: Receive, accession, and verify surgical specimens; confirm patient and specimen identification Perform gross description and dissection of routine and designated complex specimens per established protocols Select representative sections, submit cassettes, and prepare specimens for processing Dictate or enter complete, accurate gross descriptions in the laboratory information system Photograph or diagram specimens when required Assist with frozen section support as assigned Maintain specimen integrity, chain of custody, and proper fixation Perform and document equipment maintenance and workstation quality checks Monitor pending work, resolve discrepancies, and escalate unusual or complex cases to a Pathologists' Assistant or pathologist Maintain a clean, organized, and safe grossing environment, including proper handling of chemicals, sharps, and biohazardous material Follow all laboratory, safety, and compliance policies and procedures Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology / Medical Laboratory Science, Histotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related life science Must meet CLIA requirements for personnel performing high-complexity testing Ability to pass a visual discrimination / color vision assessment Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy in a production laboratory setting Preferred Qualifications Prior grossing experience in a hospital or reference laboratory ASCP HTL, HT, MLS/MT, or Pathologists' Assistant (PA) certification Experience with GI, derm, prostate, breast, and other high-volume specimen types Familiarity with an anatomic pathology LIS Schedule / Assignment On-site at Elmwood Park, NJ Temporary assignment; shift and expected duration to be confirmed at offer Must be available for the assigned shift, including possible evenings, nights, or weekends based on department need Work Environment / Physical Demands Anatomic pathology grossing room with exposure to biological specimens, formalin and other chemicals, sharps, and standard laboratory hazards; PPE required Medium work: lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects up to 25 pounds; pushing/pulling as needed Requires standing for extended periods, fine motor skills, and close visual work BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.