Pathologist Assistant PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health•Irving, TX

10h

About The Position

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. The Pathologist Assistant helps describe simple and complex surgical specimens. They select and submit specimens for various tests. Assist resident and pathologist with autopsies.

Requirements

Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
Effectively communicates with pathologist, surgeons and clinicians.
Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
Ability to work in a team environment.
EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ASCP-Pathologist Asst (ASCP-PA): ASCP-Pathologist Asst or ASCP-Pathologist Asst within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

ASCP PA certified with at least 2 yrs of experience

Responsibilities

Identifies, orients, describes, dictates, and dissects selected biopsy and surgical specimens under a qualified pathologist's supervision.
Prepares and microtomes required tissues for routine and special procedures.
Assists with specimen collection during kidney biopsy.
Assists with teaching resident and PA student.
Cleans and sterilizes work area and instruments after use.
Accessions surgical pathology specimens into the pathology LIS following standard procedures.