Grossing Assistant
About Us
Location Variable Homebase BSW Medical Center Irving TX, Lake Pointe Rowlett TX and Centennial Frisco TX
Shift Variable Evening Monday - Friday 11am - 730pm varies due to travel to other locations as needed
Preferred Experience Must have at least 2 yrs of accessioning specimens Performing bone marrows and helping with Frozen Sections FNA procedures and slide staining
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Grossing Assistant helps describe simple and complex surgical specimens. This includes selecting and submitting specimens for various tests. Assist with specimen collection and processing during Fine Needle Aspiration procedures.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Uses on-the-job training, skills, judgment, and problem-solving to examine, describe, and dissect biopsy and surgical specimens under a qualified pathologist's supervision.
- Prepares and microtomes required tissues for frozen section specimens.
- Assist with patient preparation, specimen collection and processing during Fine Needle Aspiration procedures.
- Assist with specimen collection during kidney biopsy.
- Accessions surgical pathology specimens and FNA cases into the pathology LIS following standard procedures.
- Ensures all stains are properly filtered and rotated according to standard procedure.
- Inventories supplies and ensures there are adequate supplies at all times.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
- Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
- Effectively communicates with pathologist, surgeons and clinicians.
- Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
- Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
Location Variable Homebase BSW Medical Center Irving TX, Lake Pointe Rowlett TX and Centennial Frisco TX
Shift Variable Evening Monday - Friday 11am - 730pm varies due to travel to other locations as needed
Preferred Experience Must have at least 2 yrs of accessioning specimens Performing bone marrows and helping with Frozen Sections FNA procedures and slide staining
- EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience