Pathologists Assistant
About The Position
CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is a private pathology company headquartered in the Seattle area, providing pathology consultations and laboratory services. Its team includes more than 60 pathologists across more than 25 subspecialties and nearly 300 staff members. The Pathologists' Assistant aids pathologists in diagnosing cases at the specimen level. Under the supervision of the Grossing Supervisor and the general technical direction of pathologists, the assistant describes and dissects moderate and complex specimens in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role requires maintaining ASCP certification and following HIPAA standards, strict standard operating procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements because of workplace hazards including formalin, communicable disease, and fresh human tissue. This position is based at the Tukwila Main Lab in Tukwila, Washington, and is listed as a second-shift role. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Maintain ASCP certification.
- Adhere to HIPAA standards, strict standard operating procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
- Have basic PC skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to learn new software.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
- Be highly adaptable and able to prioritize and focus.
- Be able to work independently.
- Have strong personal skills.
- Meet the physical requirements of standing for long periods, bending, walking, safely lifting up to 50 pounds, computer use, and manual dexterity.
- Provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before starting work.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant Program is preferred.
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Triage specimens for gross dissection.
- Gross all types of surgical specimens, from simple to complex.
- Perform gross photography.
- Handle certain tissue types for special studies.
- Troubleshoot issues, including reaccessioning cases, auditing specimen codes, and answering questions from laboratory departments.
- Assist with research as needed.
- Assist with training new staff and conducting competency assessments as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and prescription coverage, with company-paid options.
- Dental coverage, with company-paid options.
- 401(k) with company match up to 4%.
- Paid time off accruing up to 15–30 days per year depending on years of service.
- Six paid holidays per year and two floating holidays per year.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card and free parking at most sites.
- Company-paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection.
- Employee-only HSA option at $0.00 per month and PPO option at $45.90 per month; dependent plans are also available.
- Employee-only dental option at $0.00 per month; dependent plans are also available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
