Pathologist Assistant (ASCP) (Per Diem)
About The Position
The Pathologist Assistant performs duties under the direction of pathologists, including gross surgical specimen examinations and autopsies at various locations. The role organizes tissue sampled during autopsies for processing, reviews findings with a pathologist, and assists Histology staff with processing and evaluating tissue specimens. The position also supports quality assurance and quality control activities in Anatomic Pathology, including developing projects, collecting and summarizing data, and recommending improvements. Additional duties include maintaining procedure manuals, presenting staff in-services, photographing specimens, managing laboratory supplies, maintaining clean and safe work areas, and providing service to patients, colleagues, and other department users. The Pathologist Assistant is expected to maintain professional knowledge and follow applicable departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Master’s degree in Pathology or a related science from an accredited college or university; a copy of the degree or transcript is required.
- ASCP certification, or ability to obtain certification within six months.
- Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of work experience as a Pathologist’s Assistant is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Promote satisfaction among internal and external users of department services and continually improve customer service.
- Perform duties as directed by pathologists, including autopsies and gross examinations.
- Perform gross examinations of surgical specimens under a pathologist’s direction.
- Perform autopsies at various locations, including the facility, other hospitals, and funeral homes.
- Organize and submit tissue sampled during autopsies for processing.
- Review findings with a pathologist during or after procedures.
- Assist Histology staff with processing and evaluating tissue specimens.
- Assist the Anatomic Pathology Supervisor and pathologists with the Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program; design and implement projects, collect and summarize data, and make recommendations.
- Maintain assigned section procedure manuals in compliance with CAP and NCCLS standards, reviewing and revising them as necessary and at least annually.
- Present in-services to staff on topics in Anatomic Pathology and Histology as requested.
- Photograph specimens as needed for pathology records and maintain a collection of photographic materials for Anatomic Pathology and Autopsy Service.
- Use laboratory supplies efficiently and economically; check inventory, order supplies, and restock deliveries.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships with employees, medical staff, patients, and guests, and contribute effectively as part of the Laboratory team.
- Keep work areas clean, sanitary, and free of clutter to support the safety of patients, guests, and staff.
- Maintain professional growth through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
- Provide service excellence to patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and coworkers.
- Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested.
