Pathologists Assistant

Pathologists' Assistant

Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Reading Work Type: PRN FTE: 0.001 Shift: Varied Hours: varied, possible weekends

Summary Of Position:

The Pathologists' Assistant (PA), under the direct or indirect supervision of a Pathologist, performs the gross examination and sectioning of surgical pathology specimens. The PA will ensure timely completion of grossing surgical specimens, following specific protocols to aid in patient diagnosis. Coordinates functions between the Grossing area and other laboratory sections, surgical services and providers. Maintains various records, log and files as required by department standards, regulatory and accrediting organizations. Cross training or assisting in other sections of the pathology laboratory may occur as needed.

Minimum Qualification(s):

• Either Bachelor's Degree from a NACCLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant educational program required or Bachelor's degree in a job-related field plus two (2) years of experience of on the job training as a Pathologists' Assistant.
• Applicants trained outside of the United States must provide documentation of equivalency evaluation of their education and training to ensure it is equivalent to CLIA requirements. The equivalency evaluations will be performed by a nationally recognized organization. Ex. National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES), the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Preferred Qualification(s):

• ASCP certification preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience as a Pathologists' Assistant in an academic hospital setting preferred.

Why Penn State Health?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

Why Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center?

St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.

You take care of them. We'll take care of you. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.