Pathologists Assistant

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Pathologists Assistant for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. Hourly compensation is $43.16 – $64.75; hiring rate dependent on qualifications, professional experience, and/or work location.

JOB SUMMARY

Applies principles and techniques related to autopsy pathology, surgical pathology, and histopathology within the scope of practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Efficiently performs human surgical specimen examination; assists in tissue preparation for frozen section examinations, immunocytochemistry assays and electron microscopy (when required); performs appropriate medical photography of gross specimens.
2. Ensures appropriate procedure documentation and document management; performs specimen accessioning utilizing anatomic pathology computer system as necessary.
3. Performs autopsy duties to include: external examination, in situ organ inspection, evisceration and complete organ block dissection; dictates autopsy documentation; selects and submits tissue for microscopic exam; ensures proper restoration of body for acceptable release to funeral director.
4. Maintains morgue and gross room to include: work environment, equipment and supplies.
5. Assists, initiates and/or implements certain specialized procedures and/or research projects as assigned by the Director; performs lead role in QA activities for Anatomic Pathology; participates as lab liaison on relevant teams, e.g. tumor board, breast conference, morbidity and mortality, etc.
6. May perform CAP (College of American Pathologists) compliance duties to include: periodic record reviews; equipment and test validation; development and maintenance of policy, procedure and guidance documents; proficiency testing and competency management; CAP inspection preparation, assessment and follow up; and technical and procedural advisement and referral.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor Degree in Health Science or equivalent
• Specialized training as pathology assistant through an accredited program or American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Govenors (ASCP BOR) Certification required.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Minimum of 1 year experience (or combination of education and/or experience)

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• American Association of Pathologist Assistant (AAPA) and/or American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Govenors (ASCP BOR) Certification required within 18 months of hire.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Good written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate clinical information
• Working knowledge of anatomy, surgical pathology procedures and protocols and disease process
• Strong analysis/problem solving skills
• Working knowledge of computer systems

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a clinical laboratory setting. Continuous (67 - 100% of the time) exposure to moderate noise level. Tasks involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids containing blood, or other types of patient samples and the continuous (67 - 100%) use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required. The ability to frequently (34 - 66 %) stand, walk or sit is required. Continuous (67 - 100%) handling of small objects up to 10 pounds including lifting and carrying required. Occasional (6-33%) lifting and carrying of up to 20 pounds required. Intermittent (1 -5%) lifting of up to 35 pounds required. Frequent (34-66 %) use of clinical laboratory reagents and chemicals required. Must have good manual dexterity of one or both hands. Must be able to perform fine hand movements to manipulate samples, lab equipment and instruments, keyboards and other items. Requires good corrected vision, the ability to do near point, or close up, work at varying distances from the eye. Requires flexibility of various work assignments with frequent requests to move from one workstation to the next.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.