Anatomic Pathology, Pathologists' Assistant, Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position & Client Overview:

A large high-volume pathology group in northern Florida is in need of a pathologists' assistant to work the day shift.

Salary Range: $90,000-140,000

Working at this regional pathology lab offers a strong mix of professional stability and employee benefits. They offer comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions, profit sharing and performance-based bonuses as well as opportunities for advancement, all within a collaborative, community-focused environment. Along with a competitive compensation package, this opportunity generously includes a sign-on bonus or relocation assistance.

Tallahassee blends natural beauty with cultural vibrancy, making it an appealing place to live. The city experiences a humid subtropical climate, with average summer highs around 90&degree; and winter lows near 40&degree;, allowing for year-round outdoor activities like hiking in Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, kayaking on Lake Jackson, or exploring nearby Gulf Coast beaches. Indoors, residents enjoy art galleries, live music, and college sports thanks to Florida State University and Florida A&M. With its rolling hills, affordable housing, and compact layout, Tallahassee offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to both nature and urban amenities.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision of a pathologist, independently perform or assist in accessioning, dissection, description, and histologic sampling of a full range of surgical specimens.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Knowledge of gross room pathology procedures, protocols, and techniques
• Knowledge of quality standards and requirements for pathology specimen photographs
• Perform and/or assist pathologists in the accessioning, dissection, description, and histologic sampling of a full range of anatomic specimens
• Perform frozen sections and other intraoperative consultations, within established protocol and procedural parameters
• Participate in accessioning and labeling specimens, storing and disposing specimens, and maintaining reagents and equipment

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• Masters degree from a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program preferred, and/or
• PA(ASCP) certification, or
• On the job trained/non certified per lab approval

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.