Pathologists' Assistant

Labcorp•Cincinnati, OH

54d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Pathologist Assistant to join the Labcorp team where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory services. Come work in our Pathology laboratory located in Cincinnati, OH alongside a highly trained staff with the latest technology. Our services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient. In this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at Labcorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives". Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000 annually All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biological, Chemical or a related life science
Certified as a Pathologists' Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is required
Completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program is required
No experience required with the completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program
2+ years of grossing experience small biopsies and complex surgical cases is preferred
Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus
Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High level of attention detail along with strong organizational skills
Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection measures
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screening

Nice To Haves

Experience cutting frozen sections is desired

Responsibilities

Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines
Provide oversight, training, & on-going education for technicians performing gross dissection
Assist with problem resolution related to accessioning, gross dissection, tissue processing, and embedding issues
Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and procedures
Assist other areas rotations within the department with specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has been completed
Ensure a professional environment is maintained
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and work to correct or report the problem
Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the assigned duties
Knowledge of hazardous waste management
Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne pathogens