Laboratory - Pathology Assistant

Pathologists Assistant

Integrates knowledge, theory, and practice to properly execute procedures in assigned areas of the laboratory. Maintains competence in all practices to perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens. Aids healthcare providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of disease. Responsible for specimen/material receipt, preparation, archival/retrieval, and validation testing. Troubleshoots problems and reports findings to laboratory leadership. Participates in compliance efforts and completes related processes and documentation. Participates in validation and implementation of new testing methodologies and platforms. Completes quality control processes with appropriate documentation. Processes specimens for testing and interpretation as needed. Performs accurate data entry throughout the testing, interpretation, and reporting processes. Follows policies regarding positive patient identification throughout all processes. Maintains equipment and facilities according to established policies and procedures. Prepares, maintains, stocks, and orders supplies and reagents as necessary. Performs gross dissection and description of pathology specimens of all types and complexities. Assists with intra-procedural consultations and frozen sectioning as required. Handles all aspects of post-mortem examinations and requisite documentation. Manages pathology materials including storage, retrieval, and disposal of waste. Audits accessioning and coding, making necessary corrections and providing feedback. Supports the laboratory in other functions within the scope of regulation and training. Actively represents the laboratory by acting with courtesy, dignity, respect, and professionalism.