Certified Pathology Assistant

Premiere Healthcare Staffing • San Dimas, CA

23h

About The Position

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The Pathology Assistant is responsible for the preparation, gross examination, and dissection of human surgical specimens. The role also includes conducting postmortem examinations, selecting appropriate tissues and fluids for analysis, collecting data for autopsy reports, and preparing bodies for release and managing laboratory operations. Competency must be validated upon assignment, at six months, and annually thereafter.
The Pathology Assistant also processes surgical pathology specimens including dissection, description, and embedding for pathologist’s diagnosis. Performs other related duties as required. Special projects or other assignments may be given with the expectation to be completed within a specified timeframe.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in a chemical or biological science or medical technology, obtained from an accredited institution required.
• Must hold certification from AAPA, PA (ASCP), or an equivalent nationally recognized agency approved by the Department of Public Health.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy, macro surgical techniques and general laboratory skills.
• Understanding of safety and infection control requirements.
• Ability to process assigned duties in an efficient and organized manner and meet the expectations of the facility.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify, research and resolve problems and discrepancies

Responsibilities

• preparation, gross examination, and dissection of human surgical specimens
• conducting postmortem examinations
• selecting appropriate tissues and fluids for analysis
• collecting data for autopsy reports
• preparing bodies for release and managing laboratory operations
• processes surgical pathology specimens including dissection, description, and embedding for pathologist’s diagnosis
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Special projects or other assignments may be given with the expectation to be completed within a specified timeframe.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree