Pathologist Assistant

BayOne Solutions; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BayOne Solutions in Hays, Kansas is seeking a qualified professional for a Histology position. The role involves preparation of surgical specimens for histologic processing, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while interacting with pathologists.

Candidates should possess a relevant degree and ideally have 3 months to 1 year of histology experience. This full-time position requires strong attention to detail and compliance with local regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months of Histology and/or surgical gross experience preferred.
• Meets all corporate personnel requirements for Tissue Gross Examinations.
• Ability to describe gross anatomic features and perform routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine activities for surgical specimens preparation.
• Maintain integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
• Interact with pathologists regarding gross dissection activities.

Skills

Histology experience

Surgical gross experience

Education

A.A., A.S., B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent training

Job description

• Shift: 1st shift 7am-3:30pm (half hour lunch).
• State of Credentials/Licenses Required: Kansas

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. A.A., A.S., B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent training and experience
• 2. 3 months to 1 year Histology and/or surgical gross experience preferred
• 3. Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
• 2. Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
• 3. Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
• 4. Escalates non-routine, complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants.
• 5. Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
• 6. Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• 7. May be trained to perform basic Histology functions (i.e., embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains) if personnel meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.
• 8. Complete all associated paperwork.
• 9. Follow the laboratory’s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
• 10. Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
• 11. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.
• 12. Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• 13. Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
• 14. Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• 15. Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.