The Assistant Pathologist prepares and selects tissue samples for analysis. Under the supervision of a pathologist assists with preparing and dissecting surgical specimens. Being an Assistant Pathologist requires a bachelor’s/master’s degree from an accredited program. May record findings or sterilize equipment. In addition, Assistant Pathologist may require certification as a pathologist assistant. Typically reports to a pathologist. Working as an Assistant Pathologist typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.
Pathologist Assistant Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Pathologist Assistant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Removes and dissects visceral organs, brain and spinal cord in order to demonstrate the presence or absence of disease and/or atomic variation;
- 15% – Establishing, applying and enforcing policies and procedures in accordance with all institutional and laboratory regulatory agencies;
- 60% – Physical examination and description, evisceration, dissection and submission of tissue sections for microscopic examination;
- Provides an interpretation of the patient cases to the anatomic pathology supervisor and pathologists;
- Assists in all aspects of anatomic pathology;
- Protocol development: Under the supervision of pathologist participates in the development of Anatomic pathology protocols;
- Assures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies, and cleanliness of surgical pathology area. (20%);
- Performs all elements of gross examination and sectioning of every type of surgical pathology specimen;
- Organizes gross room workflow for efficiency and productivity. (20%);
- Performs other duties as assigned or required;
- Prepares frozen tissue sections and other tissue sections within or outside of the histology department;
- Performs other duties as assigned relating to the responsibilities of pathology assistant;
- May instruct, assign and/or assists pathology residents, students and new employees in protocol for handling and describing specimens. (10%);
- Orientation and training: Participates in the orientation and training of new employees, residents, and students;
- 5% – Other duties necessary for the operation of he laboratory.
Requirements:
- Pathologist Assistant License or must be New York State License eligible;
- Must be physically able to perform autopsies;
- Experience with Copath or a similar laboratory computer system is a preferred;
- At least one year of Pathologists Assistant experience is required. VA experience is desirable;
- Must demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills;
- Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus three years of related experience;
- A current license/certification with either AAPA, ASCP, or a designated Department of Health.