Pathologist Assistant

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Medical Director, the Pathologist Assistant will examine, dissect, and describe surgical specimens, photograph specimens, and assist with tissue procurement for the Tissue Bank. Responsibilities Work onsite Monday‑Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., planning, organizing, and overseeing non‑medical operations within the pathology laboratory. Support the Medical Director in daily laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal resource utilization. Perform and assist with surgical pathology procedures, including frozen sections—tissue selection, cutting, staining, and imaging—in accordance with turnaround standards. Coordinate with surgical and interventional radiology schedules to ensure timely specimen handling and analysis. Assist with tissue procurement and collaborate with the Tissue Bank Coordinator to maintain proper processes and relationships. Manage and maintain IRB research protocols, including renewals, amendments, and new study submissions. Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, including data collection, statistical analysis, and performance monitoring across pathology services. Maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and quality assurance standards. Communicate findings and performance metrics to laboratory leadership and support continuous process improvement. Qualifications Master’s degree from a NAACLS‑accredited PA program with ASCP certification and fellow status membership in the AAPA. Or bachelor’s degree from a NAACLS‑accredited PA program (master’s preferred), ASCP certified or eligible for certification. Pathologist Assistant (PA) certification required. City of Hope is an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr