Pathologist Assistant

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a dedicated Pathologist Assistant for full-time employment. The role includes examining surgical specimens and assisting in post-mortem examinations while providing instruction to interns. Candidates must have completed a Pathologist Assistant Masters Program and hold certifications with relevant professional associations. The position offers a salary ranging from $41,980 to $44,970 with additional benefits, including potential recruitment incentives.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a Pathologist Assistant Masters Program.
• Certification with the American Society for Clinical Pathology is essential.
• Certification with the Canadian Association of Pathologists preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the initial examination and dissection of surgical specimens.
• Assist with the dissection of bodies during post-mortem examination.
• Provide research and instruction to Pathology interns/residents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Basic - Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Pathologist Assistant Masters Program

Tools

Certification with the American Society for Clinical Pathology

Certification with Canadian Association of Pathologists

Job description

Job Information

Position #: 197697

Expected Start Date: To be determined, posted until filled

Union: SEIU

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Surgical Pathology

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 18 $41.980 to $44.970 (3 step range)

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Job Description

Responsible for the initial examination and dissection of surgical specimens and dissection of bodies during post-mortem examination. Assists with research and instruction of Pathology interns/residents.

Education

• Pathologist Assistant Masters Program

Licenses

• American Society for Clinical Pathology
• Canadian Association of Pathologists

Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Basic - Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Analytical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently

Other Information

• Valid driver's license, where required
• Certification with the American Society for Clinical Pathology
• Certification with Canadian Association of Pathologists and/or
• Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives