Pathology Assistant -Per Diem-Days

Pathologists' Assistant

Under the direction and supervision of a Pathologist, the Pathologists' Assistant performs gross description and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens.

Core Competencies

• Performs gross description and dissection of human surgical specimen.
• Obtains appropriate clinical histories for surgical specimens.
• Processes surgical specimens.
• Exhibits good judgment in selecting appropriate tissue sections for histologic processing
• Prepares frozen sections for Pathologists to render a diagnosis
• Assists in establishing new work methods and procedures.
• Assists in training and orienting new employees.
• Performs clerical and computer-related documentation accurately.
• Disposes chemical and laboratory waste according to established procedures.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment, documents PM appropriately, makes minor repairs and immediately contacts appropriate personnel for problems requiring repairs that are more complex. Follows-up to ensure repairs are completed.
• Prepares specimens for transport to reference laboratory or storage.
• Labels reagents and supplies with appropriate information.
• Receives, restocks, delivers supplies, and notifies appropriate personnel of potential and/or actual stock shortages while maintaining appropriate inventory to ensure all required work can be performed.
• Maintains inventory of supplies.
• Demonstrates an active problem solving attitude & positive approach to all aspects of job
• Maintains safe work area by observing all safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices to the appropriate personnel.
• Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (kaizens, lean initiatives) when appropriate.

Education

Degree - Program

Bachelors - N/A

Additional Information Recent Pathology Assistant Experience

PA (ASCP) Board of Registry to be acquired within six months of hire.

License / Certification Requirements

ASCP certification or equivalent eligibility.

Compensation Range:$91.38 / Hour