Pathologists' Assistant

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

32d

About The Position

Help prepare and examine tissue samples from throughout the hospital, healthcare organization, external clients and research groups to produce an accurate diagnosis by the pathologist. We are seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to: Assist in tissue dissection techniques and provide in-depth support to pathologists in all phases of the pathology laboratory. Work independently using medical knowledge to perform human specimen examination for diagnosis and patient treatment. Function in support of and as an adjunct to the physicians in Pathology. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology. Required or Bachelor's Degree must include minimally 60 semester hours or equivalent, that includes either: 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR 24 semester hours - 6 chemistry, 6 biology and 12 chemistry, biology, medical laboratory technology in any combination
• If formal Pathologists' Assistant training program complete: No prior Pathologists' Assistant experience required
• If no formal Pathologists' Assistant training program complete: Five years laboratory experience, with at least one year functioning as a Pathologists' Assistant
• Pathologists' Assistant (American Society for Clinical Pathology) certification within 6 months Required

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree Master's Degree in Pathologists' Assistant Studies Preferred
• One year functioning as a Pathologist Assistant Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in tissue dissection techniques and provide in-depth support to pathologists in all phases of the pathology laboratory.
• Work independently using medical knowledge to perform human specimen examination for diagnosis and patient treatment.
• Function in support of and as an adjunct to the physicians in Pathology.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees