Grossing Laboratory Technologist - Anatomic PathologyRequisition ID2023-47768OverviewThe Laboratory Technologist position for Anatomic Pathology involves responsibilities for some functions normally performed by the anatomic pathologists and pathologists' assistants. Under the supervision of a pathologist, the technologist will assist with photography, and grossing of select surgical specimens; arrange tissue storage and provide support to autopsy staff. The technologist will function in support of and as an adjunct to the physicians and pathologists' assistants in anatomic pathology. Routine, uncomplicated surgical dissection procedures are performed on tissue samples. These specimens can include core biopsies, small biopsies, bone marrows, curetting's, gallbladder, appendices, gastric sleeves, hernias, incidental thymectomies, amputations for polydactyly.Responsibilities require the technologist to work independently with minimal supervision; he or she must have exceptional organizational skills and motor skills. Independent decision making occurs frequently in day to day operation. Innovative procedures are occasionally necessary to accommodate the variety of samples prepared. Duties require working knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and histopathology. The technologist must maintain competency and keep current with changing techniques and requirements in anatomic pathology dissection.The technologist maintains supplies, equipment and instruments and provides administrative supporting the day to day operation of the laboratory. Additional duties include completing tasks, preventive maintenance, quality control and providing customer service.The technologist interacts internally with staff pathologists, pathologists' assistants and other technical staff on a daily basis. External contacts occur frequently with offsite clients and referring facilities. Each employee is expected to be a supportive link between laboratory customers and other areas within the department and project a professional image through telephone communication to internal and external Nationwide Children's Hospital customers.Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.ResponsibilitiesPreparation and performance of surgical specimen dissection.Assure appropriate specimen identification and accessioningIn association with the pathologist(s), describe gross anatomic features of select specimens; describe overall specimen dimensions, structures, size and appearance. Dissect