Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director Coordinate and monitor workflow May act as a key contact person for pathologist, grossing and histology staff to identify problem areas and recommend changes to workflow May be responsible for monitoring HPAP as needed May participate with the development and/or monitoring of quality indicators for the QMP Follow the laboratorys applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities Comply with Client corporate continuing education requirements for grossing personnel as well as those required to maintain state licensure and/or CMP Other duties, as assigned by supervisor REQUIRED Bachelor's degree meet all requirements for non-pathologist performing gross tissue examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493, 1489 Current state licensure Preferred Masters Degree Preferred 1 year surgical gross experience, including large complex/complicated specimens NAACLS approved pathologist assistant training program Typically, hospital-based, whole organ specimens Provide technical instructions, training, and guidance to pathologist assistance/grossing technicians, students, and lab assistants in techniques, instrumentation, and organization of work May be responsible for orientation, training and training verification of newly hired grossing staff May perform new hire QC for pathologist assistants, grossing technicians, and any histotechs performing gross examination.