Pathologist Assistant

Medical Faculty Associates, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical organization in Washington, DC is seeking a pathologist's assistant to provide anatomic pathology services. Key responsibilities include gross dissection, specimen preparation for examinations, and assisting with autopsy procedures. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree from an accredited program and have current certification as a Pathologist Assistant. This full-time position requires physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects. The organization offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current and valid certification as a Pathologist Assistant by the ASCP.
• If a physician, must have unrestricted medical license for DC.
• Must be able to lift over 100 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross dissection and submission of tissue specimens.
• Prepare tissue specimens for intraoperative consultation.
• Participate in teaching pathology residents.

Skills

Anatomic pathology services

Gross dissection

Specimen preparation

Autopsy examination

Photography of specimens

Education

Master of Science degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program

Graduated from an ACGME-accredited Anatomic Pathology residency

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.

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