Surgical Pathology Assistant

Shared Health-Soins Communs; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Shared Health is seeking a Pathology Assistant in Winnipeg to perform reception, gross description and dissection of surgical tissue specimens and prepare tissues for microscopic diagnosis. This in-person role requires adherence to QA programs and accreditation standards.

The successful candidate will have a pathology assistant program credential or a BSc with anatomy and physiology, and MLT histology experience; CAP membership is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of Histology procedures.
• Knowledge of Routine Practices.
• Follow oral and written instructions with attention to detail.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Maintains confidentiality of information.

Responsibilities

• Reception, gross description and dissection of surgical tissue specimens.
• Select and prepare tissue specimens for processing for microscopic diagnosis.
• Maintain a safe environment and comply with QA programs and accreditation standards.
• Operate in accordance with Shared Health policies and applicable legislation.
• Work under the direction of Charge Technologist and Medical Site Manager.

Skills

Medical terminology

Histology

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Communication in English

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Work under pressure

French-English bilingual

Education

Pathology Assistant Program

BSc with Anatomy & Physiology

MLT Histology licensure

CAP membership preferred

Tools

Histology equipment

Laboratory safety procedures

Job description

Requisition ID: 409793

Position Number: 20092826

Posting End Date: Open until filled

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Shared Health - St. Boniface Hospital

Department / Unit: SBGH - PAs

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 9.70

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $47.402 , $49.124 , $50.889 , $52.741 , $54.647 , $56.610

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Charge Technologist and the Medical Site Manager (Pathologist), this position is responsible for the reception, gross description and dissection of surgical tissue specimens as well as selecting and preparing tissue specimens for processing in preparation for microscopic diagnosis. The incumbent will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Two years relevant experience required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate from a recognized Pathology Assistant Program preferred.
• Bachelor of Science degree including courses in Human Anatomy and Physiology from a recognized university; Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) specializing in Histology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Membership with the Canadian Association of Pathologists (CAP) or equivalent (the American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants) is preferred.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Knowledge of Histology procedures and basic pathology required.
• Knowledge of Routine Practices required.
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Proficient analytical skills.
• Work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
• Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required.
• Ability to perform duties as described.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

The above represent general core qualifications for the position and may vary as necessary to the operation of the service.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.