Gross Tech

Westlake Dermatology and Cosmetic surgery is a large dermatology group located in the Austin area with an in house dermatopathology laboratory for the processing of tissue specimens from patients.  Westlake Dermatology is seeking a Laboratory Grossing Technician to work in our Histology lab in Austin, TX. This position will be responsible for preparing tissue specimens for Pathologist diagnostic study. The schedule will be Tuesday- Friday, 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM.

No previous histology experience required - entry level candidates encouraged to apply! 

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Collect patient tissue specimens with appropriate logging  of specimens at pick up 
• Sorting patient specimens and entering specimen information in our computer system for accessioning 
• Provide the gross description, and dissection of surgical specimens 
• Diagram pertinent gross specimens as necessary 
• Operate a cassette labeler, and operate a tissue processor  
• Perform equipment maintenance as needed 
• Record equipment log data, and documentation required to manage the daily work flow and provide QC/QA controls 
• Print and collate case worksheets, filing slides, jars, and paperwork, organizing waste and inventory 

• Distribute cases to pathologists for diagnosis 
• Understands and follows all OSHA guidelines 
• Respects and maintains confidentiality of information relative to clients and patients 
• Communicates with laboratory staff and its clients to ensure quality patient care.  
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills required to successfully preform as a team member in a constantly changing environment.  

Qualifications and skills: 

• Must meet minimal CLIA requirements of testing personnel for high complexity testing 

Education: 

Candidate will need to provide official transcripts to be credentialed before being hired. 

• At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes: 
• 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses 

OR 

• 24 semester hours of science courses that include— 

• Six semester hours of chemistry 
• Six semester hours of biology 
• and Twelve semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; 

Experience: Preferred but not required 

• Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS 
• At least 3 months documented laboratory training in which the individual performs high complexity testing