Lead Pathologists Assistant - Pathology FL
About The Position
This position is responsible for the management of the technical operations of the Frozen Section Laboratory, Biopsy Grossing Lab and Morgue, overseeing the daily workload distribution. The role involves the "Gross" examination of all routine tissues, processing Frozen Section specimens for pathologists, and providing dissection assistance. The Lead Pathologists Assistant will also participate in the validation of new equipment and reagents, orient new employees, supervise technical training, and provide feedback on employee performance. Additionally, this role facilitates supply chain management and assists the PA Supervisor in Competency Evaluations. The position requires attendance at monthly departmental AP meetings and institutional meetings as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate of an Approved Pathologist's Assistant Program or an equivalent of the Pathology Assistant-type of work experience and successful completion of the Pathologist Assistant Fellowship Examination administered by the American Association of Pathologist's Assistants.
- Must be a graduate of an approved program or have at least five years of experience a pathologist's assistant.
- Must possess technical and operational knowledge of the Frozen Section Laboratory and pathology procedures for gross examination of all routine tissues.
- Must be able to take call for pathology procedures as needed.
- Must have adequate use of both hands.
- Must be able to distinguish color.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Must be able to handle deceased patients.
- Must be able to use a microscope and handle clinical instrumentation.
- Must be able to tolerate exposure to chemical vapors from formaldehyde, acids, bases, and alcohols.
- Must be able to tolerate low levels of exposure to ionizing radiation (gamma radiation from prostatic seeds).
- Must work around both hazardous chemicals and infectious materials.
- Must be able to tolerate exposure to infection hazards such borne pathologiens and CJD.
- Must be able to handle skin contact with solvents and other chemicals such as cleanser, 10% bleach, and chemical reagents.
- Must be able to work around machinery with moving parts.
- Must be able to work with immunosuppressed patients, and frozen section specimens.
- ASCP board of registry certification and current with ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the management of the technical operations of the Frozen Section Laboratory, Biopsy Grossing Lab and Morgue, overseeing the daily workload distribution.
- Responsible for the "Gross" examination of all routine tissues.
- Processes Frozen Section specimens for the pathologists.
- Provides dissection assistance in the Frozen Section Laboratory after the case has initially been assessed by the pathologist/pathology fellow.
- Participates in Validation of new equipment and reagents.
- Responsible for orienting new employees and supervising technical training, providing feedback on employee’s performance.
- Facilitates supply chain management Par Ex inventory.
- Assists PA Supervisor in Competency Evaluations for PA’s and Grossing Techs.
- Attends monthly departmental AP meetings and institutional meetings as needed.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
