Pathologist Assistant-Anatomic Pathology
About The Position
Assists with some functions performed by the anatomic pathologists. Performs autopsies, photography, and grossing of surgical specimens under the supervision of a pathologist. Monitors progress of tissue studies for autopsy cases and arranges tissue storage and organization. Provides gross descriptions for all specimens, assessing biopsies for adequacy, macrophotography, selecting appropriate tissues for special studies, autopsy prosection and proper restoration of body for release to funeral director. Maintains knowledge of techniques, procedures, and protocols, lab-wide and within lab section. Reviews and acknowledges procedures as required. Assists with procedure and technical development and acts as a resource. Demonstrates knowledge of and upholds applicable laws and regulations related to position. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment as designated by lab area. Responsible for detailed cleaning of autopsy area and equipment after use. Reports spills and hazardous situations immediately and acts appropriately. Follows established guidelines for disclosure of patient information. Performs routine and complex technical procedures and functions in the laboratory information system in an adequate and timely manner. Performs preventive maintenance and quality control with appropriate documentation and communication. Presents continuing education. Participates in special projects and presentation of results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biological or allied health sciences from an accredited institution, required
- Certification (or certification eligible) as a Pathologist’s Assistant (ASCP or AAPA), required
- Effective interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities
- High degree of motor control and good hand/eye coordination working with specimens
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
- Ability to teach and supervise the work of others
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
- Demonstrated pathology skills and extensive knowledge of anatomy and dissection procedures for surgical, autopsy, and perinatal specimens
- Three years anatomical pathology experience, required
Nice To Haves
- Master’s, or Ph.D., in biological or allied health sciences from an accredited institution, preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides gross descriptions for all specimens
- Assesses biopsies for adequacy
- Performs macrophotography
- Selects appropriate tissues for special studies
- Performs autopsy prosection and proper restoration of body for release to funeral director
- Maintains knowledge of techniques, procedures, and protocols, lab-wide and within lab section
- Reviews and acknowledges procedures as required
- Assists with procedure and technical development and acts as a resource
- Demonstrates knowledge of and upholds applicable laws and regulations related to position
- Wears appropriate personal protective equipment as designated by lab area
- Responsible for detailed cleaning of autopsy area and equipment after use
- Reports spills and hazardous situations immediately and acts appropriately
- Follows established guidelines for disclosure of patient information
- Performs routine and complex technical procedures and functions in the laboratory information system in an adequate and timely manner
- Performs preventive maintenance and quality control with appropriate documentation and communication
- Presents continuing education
- Participates in special projects and presentation of results
Benefits
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
