Pathology Assistant - Travel Contract

Altru Hospital | Grand Forks, North Dakota Assignment Highlights Facility: Altru Hospital – Altru Health System Location: Grand Forks, ND Job Type: 13-Week Contract Start Date: ASAP / Quick Start Shift: 8-Hour Shifts Openings: 1 Call: None Position Overview Under the direct or indirect supervision of a Pathologist, the Pathology Assistant plays a vital role in supporting surgical pathology operations, including surgical specimen examination, gross dissection, frozen section preparation, and accurate gross description dictation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong technical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with pathologists, providers, and laboratory team members to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic results. Key Responsibilities Perform surgical specimen dissection ranging from simple to complex cases. Prepare high-quality tissue samples for routine histology and specialized testing. Perform frozen sections and maintain cryostat equipment. Produce complete, accurate, and timely gross descriptions and dictations. Maintain strict patient and specimen identification accuracy. Collaborate with pathologists and providers to support accurate specimen analysis and diagnostic results. Perform quality control procedures, preventive maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting. Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked grossing area and morgue. Follow established laboratory procedures, safety standards, and CAP compliance requirements. Support continuous quality improvement and overall laboratory operations. Required Qualifications Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program. Minimum of 2 years of experience. ASCP certification required prior to start date. Candidates who are ASCP exam-ready may be considered, provided certification is obtained before starting. Strong knowledge of anatomic pathology, surgical specimen processing, and gross examination. Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the pathology team. Preferred Qualifications Previous surgical pathology grossing experience. Experience handling complex surgical specimens and frozen sections. Certification Requirements Certification must be active and obtained prior to the start date. #J-18808-Ljbffr tms