Pathologist's Assistant
About The Position
Join UHN's Laboratory Medicine Program, Canada's largest hospital diagnostic lab and a global leader in academic labs. With over 30 million tests per year and 1,300 outpatients served daily, we are at the forefront of pathology and clinical testing. Embrace innovation and contribute to ground-breaking research, education, and exemplary service. Join our dynamic team of 700 dedicated staff and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of laboratory medicine. The Pathologists' Assistant is assigned to both the Division of surgical pathology and to the Division of Autopsy Pathology. The pathologists' assistant reports to the departmental manager for operational tasks, and the medical directors of service for the delegated tasks in surgical pathology and autopsy.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) or MLT with advanced level courses in anatomy and physiology
- Experience in surgical pathology specimen gross required
- Current CCCPA and/or ASCP certification or ability to become certified required
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology with special emphasis on the anatomical presentation of disease
- Strong observational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-functional group that includes medical personnel, other pathology assistants, MLTs, lab assistants and clerical staff
- working knowledge of standard safety precautions and good lab hygiene
- Working knowledge of safe chemical handling, storage protocols and emergency spill procedures
- Working knowledge of safe operation of hand or electrically driven saws
- Practical use of digital photography
- Experience with tissue sampling for the purpose of frozen section examination
- Computer literacy in windows based applications
- excellent verbal and written communication skills an problem recognition an problem solving skills
- Good interpersonal and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
Nice To Haves
- graduate of a NAACLS PA training program preferred
Responsibilities
- Describes and dictates the findings of specimens during grossing procedures
- Photographs specimens
- Utilize a working knowledge of medical-legal policies and protocols for specimen handling, autopsy, and patient privacy
- Participates in quality management activities and adheres to established safe practice to promote a safe working environment for all
Benefits
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
