Travel Pathologists' Assistant - $2,747 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Pathologist Assistant for a 13-week travel assignment in Morgantown, West Virginia. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform examination and dissection of specimens, ensuring proper documentation and processing
• Describe and sections specimens, applying appropriate fixation and processing techniques for microscopic evaluation
• Photograph and document specimens, lesions, and tissue abnormalities for clinical and educational purposes
• Ensure proper labeling, accessioning, and tracking of all specimens to maintain accurate patient records
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
• Implement time management skills to optimize workflow and turnaround times
• Adequately manage equipment, provide supplies, and maintain cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
• Adequately maintain equipment, provide supplies, and maintain cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
• Adequately maintain equipment, provide supplies, and maintain cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
• Adequately maintain equipment, provide supplies, and maintain cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
• Adhere to quality control procedures to ensure accuracy in specimen handling and documentation
• Adequately manage equipment, provide supplies, and maintain cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
• Adequately manage equipment, provide supplies, and maintain cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as a Pathology Assistant
• Valid license when needed in compliance with any state regulations
• National certification through ASCP or equivalent such as AMT, AAB, HEW certifications
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Qualifications

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Must be able to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure
• Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary)

Skills

• Critical thinking
• Service excellence
• Good interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Mileage reimbursement
• Licenses and certification reimbursement
• Weekly pay

Pay

The pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

Shift: 8 hours, days