Pathologist Assistant

About the role

The organization has been serving the local community for more than 50 years and is committed to excellence in patient care, client service, and employee satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform accessioning, dissection, histologic sampling, and gross examination of a full range of anatomical specimens following established protocols.
• Perform frozen sections and other intra-operative consultations within established procedural parameters.
• Clearly and accurately describe specimens and measurements using standardized dictation when appropriate.
• Verify specimen identity to prevent medical errors.
• Use appropriate specimen cassettes and initiate tissue processing as needed.
• Safely operate laboratory equipment, including imaging and specimen-processing systems.
• Train and mentor students and newly hired staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by pathology leadership or administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a health or science-related field required.
• Certification as a Pathologists' Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) required.
• Successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program preferred.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly using dictation equipment.
• Ability to recognize various tissue types and biopsy specimens.
• Self-directed and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of and commitment to laboratory safety policies and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends, holidays, evenings, or nights as needed.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Retailer plan
• Vision insurance

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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