Pathologist Assistant

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Up to $5,000 relocation reimbursement

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to assist in surgical specimen dissection and mentor medical residents. The successful candidate will perform critical tasks including gross anatomic description, photography, and dictation. The position requires a B.S. degree and completion of an accredited Pathologists' Assistant program. The role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and up to $5,000 in relocation expense reimbursement. Join a team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and precision in pathology.

Qualifications

• Must have American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Certification or be eligible for certification.
• Three to five years of experience working in a gross room is preferred.
• Experience with teaching in an academic setting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical specimen dissection and provide education for Pathology Residents and medical students.
• Handle frozen section specimens and intra-operative consultations as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding specimens and findings.
• Supports tissue selection and consultation for tumor banking or research projects.
• Provides feedback to staff and maintains instrument and workflow quality.

Skills

Surgical specimen dissection

Gross anatomic description

Photography

Dictation

Problem-solving

Teaching

Education

B.S. degree with minimum science credits

Completion of NAACLS approved Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Job Information

Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona

Department Name: Lab-Clinic

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

New grads or near graduation welcome to apply! Must sit for exam within 6 months of start date.

Great careers are built at Banner Health. We understand that talented health care professionals appreciate having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Tucson is set in a Sonoran Desert valley surrounded by five mountain ranges. Boasting an average 350 sunny days a year and warm dry air, the climate is ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. Tucson offers one-of-a-kind experiences for those interested in outdoor adventure and nature, heritage and culture, arts and attractions, golf, and we are a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

As a Pathologist Assistant at Banner Health, you'll play a critical role in surgical specimen dissection, frozen section analysis, and intra‑operative consultations while mentoring the next generation of medical professionals through comprehensive training of residents and students. This position offers the opportunity to handle cases of all complexity levels—from routine specimens to intricate multi‑part cancer resections—while utilizing your skills in clinical correlation, gross anatomic description, photography, and dictation to maintain optimal workflow and expedite patient diagnoses. If you thrive in collaborative settings, excel at problem‑solving, and are passionate about precision in pathology, this is your chance to advance your career with a leading healthcare organization.

$5,000 sign‑on bonus and up to $5,000 in relocation expense reimbursement with a 12 month commitment.

Continuing education opportunities supported.

Location

1625 N Campbell Ave

Tucson, AZ

Hours

Mon - Fri Varied (7am-6pm)

No Call, No Weekends

Banner University Medical Group is our nonprofit faculty practice plan associated with the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine in Phoenix and Tucson. Our 1,100-plus clinicians provide primary and specialty care to patients at highly ranked Banner‑University Medical Centers and dozens of clinics while providing mentorship to more than 1,200 residents and fellows. Our practice values and encourages the three‑part mission of academic medicine: research, education and excellent patient care.

Position Summary

The Pathologist Assistant (PA) is a highly trained, allied health professional who assists Attending Pathologists under direct or indirect supervision. In addition to surgical dissection, the PA provides comprehensive training to medical residents and medical students. An ability to resolve discrepancies and to work with others in a high‑volume setting is critical. Duties will include the understanding and inclusion of pertinent clinical history, description of gross anatomic features, prioritizing to expedite cases to maintain a positive workflow.

Core Functions

1. Assists in the preparation, photography, dictation and grossing of surgical specimen dissections of all complexity levels from routine to multiple part cancer resections.

2. Provides education and instruction for Pathology Residents, Fellows and medical students regarding proper gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens. This includes gross photography techniques, selection of appropriate tissue sections for microscopic examination and additional studies, the dictation of complete and pertinent descriptions of gross findings.

3. Assists with frozen section specimens and intra‑operative consultations as needed, as well as providing guidance to Pathology Residents and Fellows.

4. Assists in providing immediate consultation for renal biopsy adequacy evaluation in the clinical setting and may perform proper preparation of tissue for subsequent diagnosis by the Pathologist.

5. Provides support for tissue selection and consultation on specimens for tumor banking or other research projects as requested.

6. Provides feedback to surgical pathology assistants and support staff as needed. Exhibits problem solving skills of a highly complex nature, assures proper instrument maintenance, specimen photography, and troubleshooting according to guidelines established by the College of American Pathologists (CAP).

Minimum Qualifications

Requires B.S. degree or higher with minimum science credits met as required by College of American Pathologists (CAP). Completion of a National Accrediting Agency Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) approved Pathologists' Assistant program.

Demonstrated ability to maintain absolute confidentiality regarding specimens and the findings associated with the laboratory functions. Must be able to maintain good rapport with departmental personnel and be able to work flexible hours (e.g., evenings and weekends on‑call as determined by departmental needs).

Preferred Qualifications

American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Certification or eligible for certification with certification attained within first year of employment.

Three to five years of experience working in a gross room.

Experience with teaching in an academic setting or a resident training program.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans