Pathologist Assistant

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides Anatomic Pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. The Pathologists’ Assistant works independently using the medical knowledge to perform human specimen examination for diagnosis and patient treatment. The Pathologists’ Assistant functions in support of and as an adjunct to the physicians in Pathology.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Pathologist Assistant Studies
• 2-5 years experience
• No Supervisor Experience

Nice To Haves

• 5-10 years experience
• ASCP

Responsibilities

• Prepare, describe, dissect, and photograph surgical tissue specimens; ensure accurate accessioning and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• Assist with frozen section procedures, including tissue cutting, slide staining, and specimen transport.
• Identify and collect normal and tumor tissue samples for the Tumor Bank to support both clinical care and research initiatives.
• Contribute to training of residents and PA students; participate in ongoing education and professional development through programs, workshops, and literature review.
• Ensure equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and supply levels; uphold departmental policies and standards, and actively participate in educational and professional development activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level