Grossing Technician

Company : Essentia Health

Location : Duluth, MN, 55802

Posted Date : 1 November 2025

Job Details

Job Description:

Responsible for appropriate accessioning and labeling of surgical specimens, perform surgical gross examinations of small uncomplicated specimens, prepare gross tissue for frozen section. Provide additional support to Pathologists and/or Pathologists' Assistants as needed. Travel may be required to support sites with frozen section needs.

Education Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

Must maintain specimen integrity and identification according to established laboratory policies and procedures
Assists with answering phone calls and communication of suboptimal specimen inquires, maintain daily gross room inventory and stock supplies/benches
Responsible for instrument troubleshooting and maintenance related to grossing equipment
Job duties may also consist of embedding, microtomy, routine and special staining procedures, IHC and ISH, and Mohs for the treatment and management of pathologic conditions on patients of all ages

Educational Requirements:

Individuals must be qualified as high complexity testing personnel under the CLIA regulations. The minimum training/experience required of such personnel is:

An associate or bachelor degree in a chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution

Other route that qualifies for high complexity testing personnel under the CLIA regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

1-3 years pathology experience

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: Day/Eve Rotation/Day/Eve Rotation

Hours Per Pay Period: 80

Compensation Range: $27.27 - $40.91 / hour

Union:

FTE: 1

Weekends: No

Call Obligations:

Sign On Bonus: