Clinical Pathology Assistant: Autopsy & Surgical Specimens

WVU Medicine; Pleasant Valley (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. in Wheeling, WV is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to perform gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens and postmortem examinations under the direction of a licensed pathologist.

The role requires a NAACLS-accredited PA program, a Bachelor's in a related science, and ASCP certification with state licensure where applicable (WV PA license). The position is full-time and located in Wheeling,West Virginia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related science field.
• Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited pathologists’ assistant training program.
• Current certification as Certified Pathologists’ Assistant through the ASCP.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state: WV requires Pathologist Assistant License.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, gross description, and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens.
• Prepare human postmortem examinations.
• Specimen accessioning.
• Obtain clinical history.
• Describe gross features of surgical specimens.
• Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy.
• Obtain samples for studies (flow cytometry, image analysis, research, cytogenetics, cultures, electron microscopy, immunofluorescence).
• Perform special procedures including review of x-ray imaging, frozen sections, tumor triage.
• Photograph gross specimens and microscopic slides.
• Consult with attending pathologist to identify special techniques.
• Coordinate requests for special specimen sampling (organ transplantation, research).
• Perform postmortem examinations including external exam, in-situ organ inspection, evisceration, organ dissection and dictation of findings.
• Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy and special studies.
• Photograph the body, organs, microscopic slides and other materials.
• Assist in preparation for accreditation inspections (CAP, Joint Commission).
• May instruct/teach pathology residents, fellows, or students as needed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related science

NAACLS-accredited pathologists’ assistant training program

ASCP Certified Pathologists’ Assistant

Licensure as required by state (WV: Pathologist Assistant License)

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. in Wheeling, WV is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to perform gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens and postmortem examinations under the direction of a licensed pathologist.

The role requires a NAACLS-accredited PA program, a Bachelor's in a related science, and ASCP certification with state licensure where applicable (WV PA license). The position is full-time and located in Wheeling,West Virginia.