Pathologist's Assistant Job at Advocate Health Care (High Point)

Pathologists' Assistant

Make a difference behind the scenes. At Physicians Laboratory, every specimen te...

Location

United States , Sioux Falls

Salary:

Not provided

Alternative HR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduation from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program (typically two years in duration) leading to a master’s degree in Health Science or a closely related field is required
Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Pathologists’ Assistant is required
Candidates who are board-eligible must obtain certification within one year of hire as a condition of continued employment
For Pathologists’ Assistants who completed their education prior to 2005, eligibility for professional recognition includes successful completion of the American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants (AAPA) fellowship examination

Job Responsibility

Ensure cases are accessioned properly, maintaining proper patient identification at all times
Review relevant clinical data, laboratory results, and imaging as appropriate
Perform gross examination, dissection, and description of surgical specimens under a pathologist’s supervision
select and submit representative tissue samples for microscopic analysis
Prepare specimens for specialized studies, including immunofluorescence, electron microscopy, flow cytometry, and tissue culture, as required
Process and prepare frozen section specimens for intraoperative consultation
Document findings with specimen and case photography for clinical records, consultations, or conferences
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervising pathologist
Ensure proper identification and chain of custody for the decedent
Verify completion and proper authorization of autopsy permits

What we offer

401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off

Pathologists' Assistant

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

101603.00 - 152426.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

Assists pathologists and pathology residents in the gross examination of surgical specimens and autopsies
Provides grossing coverage at affiliates on a rotational basis, as needed
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

Fulltime

Pathologists' Assistant

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

101603.00 - 152426.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

Assists pathologists and pathology residents in the gross examination of surgical specimens and autopsies
Provides grossing coverage at affiliates on a rotational basis, as needed
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
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

Fulltime

Pathologists' Assistant

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

101603.00 - 152426.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

Assists pathologists and pathology residents in the gross examination of surgical specimens and autopsies
Provides grossing coverage at affiliates on a rotational basis, as needed
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
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

Fulltime

Pathologist Assistant

Assists pathologists and pathology residents in the gross examination of surgica...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

48.85 - 73.28 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

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

Job Responsibility

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
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

Parttime

Lead Pathologists' Assistant - Anatomic Pathology

The Lead Pathologists Assistant (PA), reporting to the Anatomic Pathology Labora...

Location

United States , Lewes

Salary:

43.71 - 67.75 USD / Hour

beebe healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Supervise Grossing Room and Histology Accessioning Operations
Perform Technical PA Duties
Ensure Protocol Adherence
Oversee Policies, Competency, and Quality Programs
Support Autopsy Services
Exercise Independent Judgment
Utilize Laboratory Information Systems
Surgical Specimen Dissection and Processing
Support Quality Control and Assurance
Postmortem Examination Support

Job Responsibility

Oversee daily workflow, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and instrumentation functionality to ensure efficient operations
Carry out core Pathologists Assistant responsibilities as needed, such as specimen accessioning, intraoperative consultations (e.g., frozen sections and staining), triage, gross examination, dictation, and specimen photography
Apply expert knowledge of grossing protocols to maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and productivity
Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of PA and LTA policies and procedures, competency assessments, and quality assurance initiatives
Participate in autopsy procedures as required
Make autonomous decisions regarding grossing and specimen processing with minimal supervision
Operate the Anatomic Pathology information system proficiently to streamline and support laboratory operations
Verify accurate specimen identification and accessioning
Gather relevant clinical history (e.g., imaging, lab data) in consultation with pathologists
Collaborate with pathologists to describe gross anatomical features, including specimen dimensions, anatomical structures, and disease characteristics (e.g., tumor size, margins)

Fulltime

Pathologists' Asst

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

101603.00 - 152426.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

Job Responsibility

Assists pathologists and pathology residents in the gross examination of surgical specimens and autopsies
Provides grossing coverage at affiliates on a rotational basis, as needed
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

Fulltime

Pathologist's Assistant

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we take pride in offering a dynamic and fu...

Location

United States , High Point

Salary:

44.15 - 66.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program (ASCP)
ASCP Pathology Assistant (ASCP) certification or must obtain within one year of hire

Job Responsibility

Performs gross processing of operating room and clinic specimens, including photography and preparation of related surgical pathology reports
Teaches junior (first and second year) residents proper grossing techniques
Implements all operating room tissue-based research protocols, including procurement of samples, processing of samples, and notification of investigators regarding sample readiness
Reviews resident rotation schedules with the chief and/or senior residents
Answers questions from attending pathologists regarding the dictation and orientation of gross surgical specimens
Provides data for the monthly Surgical Pathology Quality Assurance reports
Maintains and updates the Department's gross specimen handbook
Performs administrative maintenance of surgical protocols, reports and data, including the filing of reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides, assuring the completion of specimen coding and billing
Assures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies, and cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions

Parttime

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Location:
United States , High Point

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