Pathologist Assistant - Anatomic Pathology

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester seeks a Pathologists' Assistant within Anatomic Pathology. You will perform gross dissection of surgical specimens under the direction of pathologists, document findings, and photograph specimens as needed.

You will select tissue for ancillary testing and procure specimens for research, while supporting autopsy-related duties and resident training. Additional responsibilities include assisting with research projects and documenting clinical history and preliminary

Qualifications

• Graduate of a master's level NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• Attain PA Certification (ASCP) within one year of start date.
• ABMDI certification at Fellow (F-ABMDI) or Delegate (D-AMBDI) level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross dissection of surgical specimens under pathologists’ supervision.
• Document findings and take gross specimen photographs as required.
• Select tissue for appropriate ancillary testing.
• Procure tissue for research protocols.
• Perform postmortem examinations and related duties including abstracting clinical history and preliminary diagnoses.
• Assist with training residents, fellows, and students; support research projects.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

As a Pathologists' Assistant within Anatomic Pathology, you will be responsible for performing gross dissection of surgical specimens and documenting findings under the direction of pathologists. Other responsibilities include:

• Performing gross specimen photography
• Selecting tissue for appropriate ancillary testing
• Procuring tissue for research protocols
• Performing postmortem examinations and autopsy related duties including: abstracting clinical history, completing clinical summary and preliminary anatomic diagnosis, and previewing autopsy microscopy
• Assisting with training of residents, fellows, and students
• Assisting residents and staff with research projects
• Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

Graduate of a master's level formal NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program is necessary.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, medical practices and human anatomy is required.
• You will be required to attain PA Certification (ASCP) within one year of your start date.
• American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) certification at the Fellow (F-ABMDI) or Delegate (D-AMBDI) level is preferred.

Application Requirements

• All must be included for your application to be considered:
• Requires CV/Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcript(s)
• Foreign trained lab personnel are required to provide a detailed equivalency evaluation to include US equivalent degree at the applicant's expense.
• DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor.
• Non-DLMP employees that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor.
• International transcript:
• MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation.
• MUST show US equivalent degree.
• Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$111,508 - $167,273/year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

40

Schedule Details

Grossing schedule is rotating between shifts 7A - 3P, 8A - 4P, 9A - 5P, 10 A - last frozen (between 5 P and 9 P). Other rotations are typically 8 A - 5 P.

Weekend Schedule

No weekend work

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.