Grossing Tech/Lead Accessioner Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Washington, DC (Job ID req42817)

Description

This role is responsible for the gross description and prosection of surgical specimens, histologic microtomy, and preparation of intraoperative frozen sections. Working in Surgical Pathology, the role includes leadership responsibilities within the Accessioning and Morgue teams, including overseeing daily operations, being accountable for documentation related to the morgue and specimens, and ensuring policies and accreditation standards are strictly followed.  Working hours for this role are Monday - Friday, with an early morning start time (4am-6am).  
Education

• Bachelor's degree Biological or Chemical Science required and
• Bachelor's degree Clinical Laboratory Science preferred or
• Bachelor's degree Histotechnology preferred

• 1-2 years Histology required or
• 1-2 years Gross examination required and
• 1-2 years Leadership experience preferred

• ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist HTL or HT preferred or
• ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist MLS or MLT preferred

• Embedding
• Microtomy
• Cryostat operation
• Grossing
• Manual staining techniques
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environment
• Interpersonal communication skills