Pathologist Assistant PRN

OU Health-posted 5 months ago
Entry Level
Oklahoma City, OK
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The Pathologist Assistant PRN position is under direct supervision and involves performing gross descriptions of simple or limited specimens, assisting during autopsies, and preparing frozen section slides. The ideal candidate will have relevant or direct experience and may also be required to perform routine histology tasks. Responsibilities include following authorized technical procedures for patient testing, meeting established turn-around-times for testing and reporting results, and receiving specimens into the laboratory with appropriate patient identifiers. The role also involves conducting calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments, labeling tissue cassettes, and preparing patients for evisceration during autopsies. The assistant will work on call for autopsies, photograph specimens for documentation, and comply with all safety policies and procedures. Professional development and annual competency assessments are also part of the role.

  • Follows authorized technical procedures when performing patient testing.
  • Meets turn-around-times established for testing and reporting patient results.
  • Receives specimens into laboratory using appropriate patient identifier and labeling requirements.
  • Conducts calibration of instruments and equipment in the laboratory as well as routine maintenance.
  • Labels tissue cassettes using block control sheets.
  • Assists in the preparation of frozen tissue sections (label, cutting and stain slides).
  • Performs gross descriptions of simple and limited pathology specimens as authorized.
  • Prepares patients for evisceration for post-anatomical diagnosis during autopsy.
  • Works on call for autopsies.
  • Photographs specimens for documentation and conference preparation.
  • Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate use of PPE.
  • Assumes responsibility for own professional development.
  • Completes annual competency assessment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Associate’s degree or higher required.
  • 1-3 years of laboratory technical experience required.
  • Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
  • Ability to maintain legible, accurate and organized records.
  • Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
  • Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.
  • Ability to understand various operations, policies and procedures.
  • Ability to communicate with co-workers and other caregivers in a professional manner.
  • Ability to assist in the pre-analytical phase for specimen procurement, identification and proper specimen handling.
  • Ability to assess and verify the validity of patient test results.
  • Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field preferred.
  • Core knowledge and understanding of normal laboratory processes.
  • Knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology.
  • PTO
  • 401(k)
  • Medical and dental plans
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