Laboratory - Pathology Assistant

Cynet Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health seeks a Laboratory Pathology Assistant for a 13-week assignment in St. Louis, MO.

The role involves gross examination and dissection of large complex specimens and small biopsies, preparing tissues for histology, and coordinating with a team of pathologists and assistants. Requirements include two years of lab experience, graduation from an accredited Pathologists' Assistant Master’s Program, and ASCP-PA certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Pathologists' Assistant Master’s Program.
• ASCP - PA certification required.
• Two years of laboratory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Gross examination and dissection of large complex specimens and small biopsies.
• Prepare tissues for histological processing and specimen fixation.
• Obtain and review patient clinical information and biological samples for flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry.
• Focus on gynecologic oncology specimens and other surgical pathology specimens.

Skills

Gross examination

Specimen dissection

Histology prep

Clinical information review

Education

PA Master’s Program

Tools

EPIC

Dragon

Mopec grossing

Job description

Laboratory - Pathology Assistant

Profession: Laboratory

Specialty: Pathologists Assistant

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 5x8 (09:00 - 17:30)

Experience: 2 years of experience required

License: Graduate of an accredited Pathologists' Assistant Master's Program

Certifications: ASCP - PA required

Must-Have:

Experience with gynecologic oncology specimens, including breast slice method, endometrial tumors, and ovarian tumors.Experience with high placenta volume and additional colon and lung specimens.Academic medical center experience preferred.

Description:The candidate should have two years of experience in a laboratory setting.The candidate must be a graduate of an accredited Pathologists' Assistant Master's Program.Certification through ASCP as a Pathologists' Assistant is required.Experience with high-volume surgical cases is essential, as approximately 12,000 surgical cases are processed annually.The candidate will work alongside a team that includes three pathologists and two pathologists' assistants.Familiarity with EPIC, Dragon, and Mopec grossing stations is necessary.The role requires performing gross examination and dissection of both large complex specimens and small biopsies.The candidate will be responsible for preparing tissues for histological processing and specimen fixation.The position involves obtaining and reviewing patient clinical information and biological samples for flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry.The focus of the work includes gynecologic oncology specimens in addition to other types of surgical pathology specimens.