Certified Pathology Assistant PRN
Labcorp•Lakewood, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Certified Pathology Assistant to join its team in Lakewood, Colorado. This is a PRN/casual position with hours as needed; start and end times may vary. The role involves dissecting and grossing specimens, selecting and submitting tissue for microscopic examination and special studies, and following laboratory procedures and quality policies. The employee may also assist other department areas with assigned work after completing their primary duties.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
- Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathology Assistant program.
- Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management.
- Knowledge of personal protection measures and bloodborne pathogens.
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
- Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes.
- Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Nice To Haves
- Current or prior Labcorp experience.
- Previous experience grossing small biopsies and complex surgical cases.
- Experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform complete dissection, gross description, and selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies according to departmental guidelines.
- Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
- Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and procedures.
- Assist other areas or rotations within the department with specified assignments in a timely manner after completing assigned work.
- Maintain a professional environment.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and correct or report them.
- Maintain high ethical standards and integrity while performing assigned duties.
Benefits
- Casual employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
- Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), paid time off or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.
