Pathologist Assistant

Banner University Medical Group; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Banner Health in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to support Attending Pathologists in surgical specimen dissection, Frozen sections, and intra-operative consultations while mentoring residents and students. This role handles cases from routine to complex cancer resections with precision.

The PA will contribute to clinical correlation and gross descriptions, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality diagnoses in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. degree or higher with science credits per CAP requirements.
• Completion of an NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work flexible hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation, photography, dictation and grossing of surgical specimens from routine to complex cases.
• Educates pathology residents and medical students on gross examination and dissection techniques.
• Assists with frozen sections and intra-operative consultations as needed.
• Supports tissue selection and prepares specimens for tumor banking or research projects.

Skills

Clinical collaboration

Team education

On-call flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

NAACLS Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department Name: Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care New grads or near graduation welcome. 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.

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.

Location: 1625 N Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ

Hours: Mon - Fri Varied (7am-6pm) No Call, No Weekends

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

• Assists in the preparation, photography, dictation and grossing of surgical specimen dissections of all complexity levels from routine to multiple part cancer resections.
• 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.
• Assists with frozen section specimens and intra-operative consultations as needed, as well as providing guidance to Pathology Residents and Fellows.
• 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.
• Provides support for tissue selection and consultation on specimens for tumor banking or other research projects as requested.
• 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

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

BENEFITS

• Continuing education opportunities supported.
• We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions.

Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.