Interim Pathologists Assistant - FT Day Shift ( ASCP Certified only)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Pathologists Assistant to join their team. This role involves performing gross examinations, dissections, and dictation of surgical pathology specimens. You will collaborate with skilled professionals and contribute to maintaining high standards in anatomic pathology. With a focus on employee well-being, the organization offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, retirement savings, and tuition assistance. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

403b Retirement Savings

Generous Paid Time Off

Prepaid tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Qualified to perform High Complexity Testing according to CLIA.
• ASCP certification required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, dissection, and dictation of surgical pathology specimens.
• Maintain working knowledge of gross room equipment and monitor QA/QC.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory colleagues and physicians.

Skills

Gross examination

Dissection

Voice recognition dictation

Quality assurance

Effective communication

Education

Master’s Degree Program for Pathologist Assistants

ASCP certification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Interim Pathologists Assistant - FT Day Shift (ASCP Certified only)

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location: Plainsboro, NJ

Hours: FT Day Shift - 7 am - 3:30 pm (Mon-Fri)

This position is temporarily open due to an employee maternity leave. Open to hire from now until December 2025.

Benefits You’ll Receive at PMPH/Penn Medicine:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage plan options that best fit your personal & family needs
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HAS) to save pre-tax dollars
• 403b Retirement Savings: Our employer contribution begins on Day 1 of your employment
• Generous Paid Time Off benefits that give you the work-life balance today’s world needs
• Prepaid tuition assistance is available to benefit-eligible employees for approved courses of study after completing six months of employment.

Summary

• Provides skilled gross description, dissection, and dictation by voice recognition of surgical pathology specimens. Responsible for the maintenance of surgical pathology protocols, equipment, and supplies. Assists in performance improvement initiatives related to anatomic pathology.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, dissection, and dictation by voice-recognition of all surgical pathology specimens.
• Maintain working knowledge of all gross room equipment and monitor the associated QA/QC/PM and troubleshooting as assigned by the Anatomic Pathology Supervisor.
• Manage time efficiently to complete essential duties within departmental time constraints.
• Assess surgical specimens individually to determine optimal processing requirements including fixation and decalcification.
• Communicate effectively with all laboratory colleagues, staff, physicians, outreach facilities, and reference laboratories with professionalism.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, infection control, and accreditation and regulatory requirements, including quality assurance.

Credentials

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (Required)

Education

• Qualified to perform High Complexity Testing according to CLIA.
• ASCP certification required. Completion of an accredited Master’s Degree Program for Pathologist Assistants is desirable.

Related Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience as a pathologist assistant desired. Grossing experience required.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees stay healthy and engaged. Penn Medicine is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.