Pathologist's Assistant - AP - Atrius Health

UnitedHealth Group•Needham, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Details: Location: 152 Second Avenue, Needham, MA 02494 Department: Laboratory Schedule: Part time, 20 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm - 11:00pm As the Pathologist Assistant, you will perform complex clinical laboratory procedures that would otherwise be performed by a Pathologist. Responsible for grossing and dissecting a wide variety of surgical pathology specimens varying from biopsies to complex specimens. In collaboration with the pathologist, selects appropriate diagnostic sections for histologic processing You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Graduate of a NAACLS approved educational training program or a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in a biological or allied health discipline with three years of experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant under direct supervision of a pathologist
Extensive knowledge of the basic sciences, especially anatomy, and knowledge of surgical pathology and medical terminology
Knowledge of histologic procedures
Proficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment
Proven excellent dissection technical skills
Demonstrated ability to summarize complex clinical data

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in pathology
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Demonstrated ability to utilize a professional attitude to gain and maintain the trust of associates
Demonstrated ability to serve as a role model in areas such as flexibility, objectivity, and adaptability
Demonstrated use of solid professional judgement

Responsibilities

Conducts gross examination of human tissue surgical specimens
Performs appropriate specimen accessioning, describes gross anatomic features via dictation, and dissects surgical specimens
In collaboration with the pathologist, selects appropriate diagnostic sections for histologic processing. Prepares this tissue utilizing proper histologic procedures
Participates in quality assurance initiatives. Contributes new ideas to the improvement of laboratory operations and the attainment of other business objectives. Participates in projects as assigned
Maintains detailed records of all specimen dissections and dictations
Assists in the compilation of reports for surgical pathology
Labels and stores gross tissue specimens
Properly maintains equipment and ensures the cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite