Pathologist Assistant Certified

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Pathologist Assistant, you will perform crucial technical and clerical activities in the processing of tissues and body fluids for examination and diagnosis by the pathologist. Your precision and attention to detail will be vital to diagnostic accuracy. Every day, you will meticulously prepare and process surgical specimens, working under the direct supervision and responsibility of a pathologist. This involves conducting thorough examinations to ensure that specimens are ready for further analysis, contributing directly to patient diagnoses. To be successful in this role, you will possess strong anatomical knowledge, exceptional attention to detail, and a meticulous approach to specimen handling and processing. Conducts gross examination and dissection of surgical and autopsy specimens under the direct or indirect supervision of a pathologist. Obtains and reviews pertinent clinical information and history, including imaging studies, laboratory, and operative records. Reviews cases and history with surgeons, clinicians, and pathologists, as required. Coordinates with histology technicians to meet reporting turn‑around time goals by ensuring prompt specimen receipts, accessioning, and processing of submitted pathology specimens. Performs frozen sectioning processing and assists intraoperative consultations per department standards. Obtains samples for research and other ancillary studies. Ensures proper specimen handling and fixation prior to processing. Job Requirements Required Bachelors Of Science w curriculum which qualifies for high complexity testing Under CLIA and 3 years clinical experience Completion of HSS approved clinical laboratory training program or >3 months documented training in the speciality in which the high complexity testing is performed Preferred Masters Other Pathology Assistant, upon hire #J-18808-Ljbffr St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center