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The University of Kansas Health System

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A Surgical Pathology Technician I receive and accessions all specimens for surgical pathology. Performs gross examinations of biopsies and small surgical tissue specimens and prepares frozen section slides for microscopic examination. Must have a basic understanding and knowledge of human anatomy/physiology and medical terminology, especially tissue part types. Must stay calm and organized in a high stress, fast-paced environment and have the ability to prioritize their work.

Job Responsibility:

  • Accurately participates in preparing for JCAHO and CAP inspections
  • Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls and patient samples for analysis
  • Answers the telephone and interacts with all customers using proper, courteous techniques, in compliance with hospital standards
  • Assists with frozen sections, including cutting, staining and cover slipping
  • Correctly registers patients in the hospital computer system and creates visits/encounters, when necessary
  • Accurately accessions specimens into the laboratory information system, utilizing two patient identifiers at all times, assigning the appropriate pathology part-type to trigger technical and professional billing
  • Properly labels all specimens with the case number and part type
  • Contacts physician offices to rectify missing patient information and/or improper labeling of specimens, and documents this appropriately
  • Dispose of biohazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps and other potentially hazardous materials, according to policy and strictly adheres to safety and infection control procedures
  • Has knowledge of specimen collection requirements for surgical pathology processing and analysis and understands when to direct questions to the appropriate pathologist or supervisor
  • Must apply critical thinking skills and prioritize work appropriately
  • Performs gross examinations of biopsies and small surgical tissue specimens
  • May perform gross examinations of larger specimens under direct supervision
  • Photographs all pertinent specimens, as requested
  • Performs inventory control to ensure for provision of adequate supplies and assures proper maintenance of equipment
  • Has the ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment including, but not limited to, tissue processors, automatic stainers, cryostats and cover slippers
  • Retrieves specimens from the OR, when necessary
  • Communicates with OR staff and surgeons to receive accurate information regarding the patient’s history, and what is being requested of the specimen(s)
  • Relays this information to other technicians, PAs, residents and pathologists in surgical pathology
  • Uses and wears PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk
  • Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science Biological science, healthcare or related field
  • High School Graduate
  • Must qualify as high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 88 regulations
  • This includes at least 60 semester hours including a minimum of 24 semester hours of science courses with 6 semester hours of chemistry and 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination

Nice to have:

  • 2 or more years experience in healthcare, laboratory specific experience
  • experience in processing and accessioning of specimens, hospital/ laboratory information systems, data entry, ability to perform frozen section processing and support the gross processing of specimens
  • training and/or competence in medical terminology is preferred either through completed coursework or on-the-job experience

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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