Pathologist Assistant

GW Redesign; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical center in Washington, DC is seeking a Pathologist’s Assistant to provide anatomic pathology services under the supervision of a pathologist. The role involves gross dissection, handling tissue specimens, and assisting in autopsy examinations. Candidates must possess a Master of Science degree from a NAACLS-accredited training program, along with current ASCP certification. This position also involves teaching and participating in quality assurance activities. The hospital is committed to equal opportunity employment and supports protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant training program.
• Graduated from an ACGME-accredited Anatomic Pathology residency training program.
• Current and valid certification as a Pathologist Assistant by ASCP.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross dissection and tissue specimen submission for surgical pathology.
• Prepare tissue specimens for consultations and examinations.
• Dissection and examination of organs during autopsy.

Skills

Gross dissection

Tissue specimen handling

Medical record organization

Teaching pathology residents

Quality assurance

Education

Master of Science from NAACLS-accredited program

Graduation from ACGME-accredited residency

Tools

Electronic dictation system

Cryostat

Job description

GW Hospital
900 23rd St NW
Washington, DC 20037, USA

A pathologist’s assistant provides anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of an attending pathologist. The role includes gross dissection, description, and submission of tissue specimens for surgical pathology examination; preparation of tissues for intraoperative consultation/frozen section examination; dissection and examination of organs and tissues during autopsy; and related administrative duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform gross dissection, description, and submission of tissue specimens for histologic processing and surgical pathology examination.

Provide a detailed and accurate description of tissue specimens using an electronic dictation system.

Prepare tissue specimens for intraoperative consultation/frozen section examination, including cryostat sections, smears/imprints, and slide staining for microscopic examination.

Prepare and submit tissue specimens and other biological specimens for special laboratory studies, including flow cytometric and molecular analyses.

Perform dissection and examination of organs and tissues during an autopsy examination.

Prepare for autopsy examination by obtaining patients’ medical records and arranging radiographic examinations.

Perform gross and microscopic photography of specimens.

Participate in teaching pathology residents in gross tissue dissection and description techniques, intraoperative consultation/frozen section examination, and autopsy dissection and examination.

Assist in the preparation of materials for educational conferences.

Assist with departmental quality assurance/quality improvement activities and compliance with all CLIA, CAP, TJC, and DC DOH standards.

Clean and maintain surgical pathology, autopsy, and other equipment.

Perform duties related to the administrative maintenance of surgical pathology protocols, procedures, reports, and data.

Assist in standardizing and implementing new protocols and procedures, as necessary.

May be exposed to disagreeable odors and infectious diseases; therefore, must take proper safety precautions necessary to protect health and well‑being.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  • Master of Science degree from a NAACLS‑accredited Pathologists’ Assistant training program.
  • Graduated from an ACGME‑accredited Anatomic Pathology residency training program.
• Licensure/Certifications:
  • Current and valid certification as a Pathologist Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
  • If you are a physician, you must have graduated from an ACGME‑accredited Anatomic Pathology residency training program and have an unrestricted medical license for the District of Columbia. The ASCP certification is waived.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Sit, stand, bend, reach, and walk for long periods of time in an office setting.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 100 lbs.
  • Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment.
  • Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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