Pathologists' Asst

University of Rochester • City of Rochester, NY

69d • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Responsibilities: Assists pathologists and pathology residents in the gross examination of surgical specimens and autopsies. Also provides grossing coverage at affiliates on a rotational basis, as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree in pathologists' assistant program required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• PATH ASST - Pathology Assistant – Certified upon hire required or Limited Permit per regulatory requirements upon hire required

Responsibilities

• Dictates a gross description, including the color, consistency, weight, and measurements of specimen, as well as a description of any abnormalities or unusual findings.
• Performs the necessary dissection of the specimens received while maintaining positive patient identification.
• Dissection involves the proper cutting of specimens and appropriate submission of tissue for microscopic examination with regard to disease process and clinical history.
• Consults with attending pathologist/fellow on complex or unusual specimens.
• Performs special techniques, including but not limited to, frozen sectioning for immediate assessment, touch preps, cytogenetics tissue prep, flow cytometry, gene rearrangement, electron microscopy, decalcification, specimen radiology and STAT freezing.
• Provides coverage to the Postmortem Medicine Unit of Strong Memorial Hospital in the performance of autopsies.
• Completes research requests and clinical trials according to protocol, without compromising the diagnosis and evaluation of the specimen.
• Trains pathology residents and histologists, as needed, in grossing and special techniques in the preparation of surgical pathology specimens.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level