Non-Registered Gross Tech

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and accession tissue specimens; verify patient identifiers and test orders.
• Gross assist at a basic level (e.g., cassette labeling, tissue orientation support per SOP).
• Process tissue on automated processors; monitor schedules, reagents, and run logs.
• Embed tissues in paraffin with correct orientation and block documentation.
• Microtomy: cut routine paraffin sections at required thickness; float, mount, and dry slides.
• Perform routine H&E staining (manual or automated); assist with special stains and immunohistochemistry setup under supervision.
• Operate and maintain lab instruments (microtomes, stainers, coverslippers, processors); perform daily QC/maintenance and document per SOP.
• Maintain reagent prep logs, temperature logs, and equipment records.
• Follow CAP/CLIA, OSHA, and Labcorp safety policies, including PPE use and biohazard handling.
• Participate in proficiency testing, quality improvement, and inventory control.
• Communicate specimen or QC issues promptly to lead techs/pathologists.
• Support turnaround time goals and workload prioritization across shifts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology

Preferred Qualifications

• ASCP certification (or eligibility)
• 6 months or more experience with grossing small biopsies and complex surgical specimens
• 6 months or more experience working in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment

Additional Job Standards

• Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance practices
• Comfortable with fine motor tasks (embedding, microtomy) and attention to detail.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, hazardous waste management, and PPE requirements
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Flexibility to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Pay Range

$25.85 - $41.07 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between Dynacare Northwest, Inc. and United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Local 21.

Benefits

Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), accrue up to 18 days of Annual Leave per year (includes 8 holidays) and Sick Leave (0.0333) hours of sick leave for each hour of work) capped at 64 hours per year, Tuition Reimbursement and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.