Pathologists' Assistant

HCA • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Pathologists Assistant to join their team. This role involves working closely with on-site Pathologists to ensure efficient workflow processes in the frozen section and gross examination areas. The Pathologists Assistant will be responsible for triaging specimens, dictating gross findings, and performing specialized procedures. The position requires a commitment to patient care and adherence to the organization's values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Minimum three to five years' experience in a pathology histology laboratory setting.
• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists preferred.
• 3-5 years grossing experience in a hospital setting accepted in lieu of ASCP Certification or Master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Organize and ensure efficiency of workflow processes in the frozen section and gross examination areas.
• Work closely with on-site Pathologists to determine grossing priorities.
• Take instruction from on-site Pathologists regarding grossing technique and quality assessment.
• Share relevant information with other HCA pathologist assistants to facilitate productivity and expand knowledge base.
• Triage specimens received from surgery and dictate gross findings using appropriate terminology.
• Select and identify tissue for microscopic study and determine proper fixative solutions.
• Perform specialized procedures such as frozen sections and decalcification.
• Maintain and coordinate specimen records for specialized procedures using appropriate protocols.
• Submit requests for special histological procedures and stains when appropriate.
• Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation.
• Assist in compiling reports for surgical pathology and label/store gross tissue specimens.
• Photograph specimen samples for instruction and documentation.
• Perform photo microscopy on cases for interdepartmental conferences or teaching purposes.
• Practice and adhere to the 'Code of Conduct' philosophy and 'Mission and Value Statement'.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay options.
• Additional dental and vision benefits.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Family support including adoption assistance and child care resources.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Education assistance including tuition and certification support.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program including paid time off and family leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees