Pathologist Assistant

Sonic Healthcare USA • Greensboro, NC

7d

About The Position

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours? You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. The Pathologist Assistant role assists in the performance of surgical pathology services and may assist in the performance of autopsies under the general supervision of a Pathologist. Location: Southern VA areas of Danville/Martinsville Days: Monday - Friday Full-time: Benefit Eligible

Requirements

• Completion of a Pathologists Assistant program accredited by the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Assists quality by assuring appropriate specimen accession.
• Enhances data picture by obtaining clinical history as indicated.
• Prepares tissues for histologic processing by describing anatomic features, dissecting specimens.
• Obtains biological specimens for analysis (viral and blood cultures, toxilogical material, etc.)
• Photographs pertinent gross specimens and microscopic slides.
• Performs duties relating to the administrative maintenance of surgical pathology protocols and reports on data: File reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides; Assure completion of coding.
• Enhances understanding and diagnosis accuracy by assisting in the preparation, performance and documentation of human postmortem examinations.
• Participates in corporate Quality Management Committee to ensure a consistent and constant focus on improvement in quality.
• Performs troubleshooting of problem cases as required to correct any errors and assist the Pathologists with producing accurate diagnoses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees