Job Summary:

• Performs gross pathologic specimen dictation and dissection on simple or complex surgical or autopsy specimens.
• Works under the general direction of the Laboratory Medical Director, Laboratory Director, and Laboratory Manager.

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Handles specimens from accessioning to final specimen stage.
• Performs complex postmortem examinations and surgical tissue specimen examination.
• Conducts gross specimen photography as needed.
• Assists in maintaining Standard Operating Procedures, ordering supplies, and general maintenance of the morgue and gross room.
• Maintains inventory and ensures the quality of the morgue and gross room.
• Takes call as needed and performs administrative tasks such as answering telephones and maintaining logs/records.
• Assists in training new employees.