PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT (PA)- Per Diem
Beth Israel Lahey Health•Plymouth, MN
•$55 - $74
About The Position
The Pathologists’ Assistant performs gross examination, dissection, and submission of specimens for histologic evaluation for commonly received specimens in the Histology Laboratory. The role works under the supervision of a board-certified Anatomic Pathologist and is per diem based on department needs.
Requirements
- A minimum of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Successful completion of an NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well with laboratory personnel, staff pathologists, and key individuals outside the department.
- PA (ASCP) certification required, or eligibility with certification in process.
- Qualifies for high proficiency testing, meeting CAP standards for performing gross dissection.
- Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Grossly describe and dissect surgical tissues.
- Submit and prepare specimens for histologic and other laboratory testing.
- Photograph gross specimens.
- Participate in process improvement.
- Process frozen sections and/or touch preparations for rapid interpretation.
- Train new employees within the appropriate scope of practice as necessary.
- Technically review and write relevant procedures with the Anatomic Pathology Manager.
- Attend relevant meetings.
- Maintain equipment in the work area.
- Abide by Hospital and Laboratory policies.
- Maintain a clean work environment.
- Participate in the organization of conferences.
