Pathologist's Assistant Certified

It’s more than a career, it’s a calling. Job Summary Under general direction, assists the pathologists in preparing and grossing anatomical specimens for routine histology testing and staining. Responsibilities Assigns priorities and batches of the specimens. Trims, labels, processes and preserves specimens. Provides gross dictation of surgical tissue specimens under direct supervision of surgical pathologist. Reviews gross dictation and slides prior to giving slides to the pathologist. Disposes of surgical tissue when appropriate. Prepares and maintains surgical tissues by properly registering accessioning, labeling and ensuring adequate fixation. Prepares frozen sections by labeling, cutting, staining and preserving the specimens. Photographs specimens as needed. Assists the Radiologist and Pathologist in collection of fine needle aspirate specimens. Assures that working supplies are adequate. Files, rotates and transfers surgical slides and paraffin blocks. May perform administrative and clerical duties as needed. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on courses in anatomy and physiology or equivalent years of experience and education. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Rare climbing. Professional License and Certifications State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin. Pathologists’ Assistant (PA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Work Shift and Employment Day Shift (United States of America). Regular, Employee. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Benefits Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay provides eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. EEO Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co