Pathology Assistant

Pathology AssistantIndependently prepares any complex and routine patient specimen for processing and special procedures by describing, measuring, dissecting and weighing specimens and entering specimen information into the computer. Organizes and performs tasks efficiently to meet departmental turnaround time standards and accommodate patient care needs. Collaborates with supervisory staff to achieve departmental goals, improve service, quality, cost effectiveness and adherence to regulatory guidelines. Performs duties relative to preparing surgical specimens for examination by the pathologist and assists in the preparation and performance of human postmortem examinations. Required for all jobs performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.QualificationsMaster's Degree Of Science in Pathologists' Assistant Required. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited training program for Pathologists' Assistant Required or In a biological science (prior to 2005) Required. Previous experience Preferred. Basic knowledge of human anatomy; Required microsurgical techniques; Required pathologic disease processes; Required understanding of safety and infection control requirements of position. Required Skills in obtaining/preparing tissue for evaluation; Required written and verbal communication, computer operation, organization, prioritizing, problem solving, time management, decision making. Required Ability to provide assistance to pathologists in a timely and quality manner; Required use and maintain pathology equipment appropriately; Required utilize good judgment; Required prepare and maintain records, use electronic communications tools and software. Required Pathologist Assistant (PA-ASCP) or eligible Required Additional Licenses and Certifications or eligible Required.Primary LocationUnited States-Ohio-ClevelandWork Locations11100 Euclid Avenue Cleveland 44106JobLab / PathologyOrganizationCMC_OperationsScheduleFull-timeEmployee StatusRegular - Shift EveningsJob TypeStandardJob LevelProfessionalTravelYes, 10 % of the Time Remote Work : No