Laboratory - Pathology Assistant

Pathologists' Assistant

Job Title: Pathologists' Assistant

Profession: Pathology Assistant

Specialty: Laboratory

Duration: 12 months

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: Minimum of 2 years

License: Client License required

Certifications: ASCP Certification required

Must-Have: Experience grossing complex surgical cases

Description: The Pathologists' Assistant will contribute to the overall efficiency of the Pathology Department and laboratory services in a cost-effective manner. Primary responsibilities include gross examination of surgical pathology specimens and supervision of the autopsy service. The Pathologists' Assistant has a lead role in the grossing areas of the department. They will describe and examine surgical specimens and prepare such specimens for histological processing. They assist Residents and technical staff with gross dissections. They teach Residents and staff in grossing techniques and procedures. They assist supervisory staff in a team effort to complete work in the grossing area efficiently. The Pathologists' Assistant manages the day-to-day operations of the morgue based on patient care needs and regulatory standards. This position requires independent judgment and responsibility for technical and administrative decisions in collaboration with laboratory directors. Other critical aspects include project management, budget development, and resource management. The Pathologists' Assistant provides administrative oversight of staffing issues including hiring and competency assessment. They will assist in autopsy prosection. Under the direction and supervision of a pathologist, they can assist in all aspects of anatomic pathology. They participate in seminars and provide instruction to Residents and staff concerning technique and protocol in autopsy and surgical pathology. Pathologists' Assistants can perform all work leading up to but not including diagnosis. They are qualified to perform complex surgical resections and autopsies including gross and clinical summary.