Pathologists' Assistant

HCA • Deerfield Beach, 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 such as frozen sections and decalcification. The position requires a commitment to patient care and adherence to the organization's Code of Conduct.

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 Pathologists regarding grossing technique and quality assessment.
• Share relevant information with other HCA pathologist assistants to facilitate productivity.
• 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.
• Submit requests for special histological procedures and stains when appropriate.
• Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and assist in report compilation.
• Photograph specimen samples for instruction and documentation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

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 resources including adoption assistance.
• 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.
• Paid time off and family leave.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees