Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the examination, dissection, and submission of small, uncomplicated human tissue biopsy specimens and low complexity routine specimens. The role includes producing accurate and legible grossing notes with code descriptions that provide the Pathologist with a clear understanding of the sections taken.

Job Responsibilities:

Labeling requisitions, specimen containers, and cassettesMaintaining laboratory equipmentTracking all routine maintenance and quality controls performedOperating, cleaning, and sterilizing laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments and workstationsDisposing of hazardous chemical wastes per regulatory guidelines.The candidate will maintain strict protocols for submitted tissues with a high level of quality.

Skills/Qualifications

2+ years of experience in grossing and histology (preferred)Dermatopathology (preferred but not required)Histology experience (required)Work Site

Work Environment

This is a fully in-office position in Washington D.C. The day will consist of 50% grossing dermatopathology specimens and 50% helping in the histology lab. The schedule would be a day or midday shift. This is not expected to be an evening or overnight position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.