Pathologist Assistant, Anatomic Pathology

The Pathologist Assistant will perform gross description and dissection of surgical specimens. Assist in the preparation and performance of autopsies. Arrange for photographs on all pertinent specimens. Organize conference material.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares and performs examinations of surgical specimens.
Uses voice-activated transcription system to dictate gross descriptions.
Assists in preparation and performance of post-mortem examinations.
Participates in the orientation of new staff; teaches/mentors residents and students.
Handles multiple assignments as necessary, with an ability to adapt to changes.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting up to 6 hours/day in 2 hour increments. Standing up to 6 hours/day in 2 hour increments. Frequent fingering and handling to manipulate surgical specimens. Lifting up to 400 pounds (with assistance) to move bodies. Stoop occasionally. Bend frequently. Reaches above shoulder level occasionally. Must be able to feel size, shape and texture of specimens. Hear normal conversation. See normal vision, color vision and read from computer monitor.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in science related field AND successful completion of the ASCP certification exam or 3 years of experience as a Pathologists' Assistant preferred.

Note: Must be qualified to perform high complexity testing under CLIA regulations. The minimum training/experience required of such personnel is:

1. An earned associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution, OR

2. Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination. In addition, the individual must have laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLA, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR at least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

(1) (a) Completion of a formal pathologists' assistant training program or OTJ training with ASCP certification OR (b) OTJ training with a minimum of 3 years of grossing experience AND (2) ASCP certification maintenance or other documentation of related continuing education.

SCHEDULE:

Full-time, day and evening shifts available.