Pathologist Assistant, Day Shift

experiencedAlliedHealth; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to work under the direct supervision of a pathologist in a full-time capacity. The role includes gross examination, description, and sectioning of surgical specimens, with autopsy support as needed.

The position requires a Master of Science from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program or equivalent, and certification or eligibility with AAPA upon hire. Strong computer skills for accessioning are expected.

Qualifications

• Master of Science from NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant training program or equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of broad experience as a Pathologists Assistant is preferred if on the job trained. Required
• All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
• Certification or eligible for certification by American Association of Pathologist Assistants (AAPA) Upon Hire Required

Responsibilities

• General Duties and responsibilities
• Performs gross examination, description, and sectioning of surgical specimens in a manner that meets professional standards and satisfies approved protocol requirements.
• Assists with or performs dissection and gross description of autopsies.
• He/she must have sufficient computer skills to accession specimens.
• Photographs specimens as needed and maintains photography equipment.
• Assists with preparation of frozen sections.

Education

Masters Medical Science

Job description

locationsKennestone Hospital

time typeFull time

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of a pathologist, the Pathologist's Assistant is an Advanced Practice Professional who performs gross examination, description, and sectioning of surgical specimens, in a manner that meets professional standards and satisfies approved protocol requirements. The Pathologist's Assistant assists with or performs dissection and gross description of autopsies. He/she must have sufficient computer skills to accession specimens. Additional computer skills beyond this level would provide a valuable contribution. The Pathologist's Assistant photographs specimens and maintains photographic equipment. The Pathologist's Assistant is responsible to the Laboratory Director of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• General Duties and responsibilities
• Performs gross examination, description, and sectioning of surgical specimens in a manner that meets professional standards and satisfies approved protocol requirements.
• Assists with or performs dissection and gross description of autopsies.
• He/she must have sufficient computer skills to accession specimens.
• Additional laboratory related computer skills beyond this level are not required but would provide a valuable contribution to the system.
• Photographs specimens as needed and maintains photography equipment.
• Assists with preparation of frozen sections.
• Responsible to the Administrative Director of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Strives to make the WellStar Statement of Values part of their daily work activity.
• Strives to make the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those served top priority.
• Works to deliver the best customer service with a human touch.
• Works toward providing high-quality healthcare.
• Maintains positive interaction with co-workers.
• Strives to develop a work environment that is conducive to a satisfying and enriching career.
• Maintains positive relationships with Medical Staff.
• Uses resources and supplies efficiently to ensure quality and service accessibility.
• Takes responsibility for meeting general requirements.
• Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
• Adheres to dress code and is neat in appearance.
• Wears and displays ID badge appropriately on the upper torso while on duty.
• Maintains an organized and clean work area.
• Assists with maintaining a neat and clean facility (picks up papers, reports, spills, etc.).
• Maintains confidentiality as outlined in system policies.
• Limits equipment/computer use to work related functions.
• Willingly performs other duties as assigned.
• Completes task within designed time lines.
• Follows employee conduct expectations as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Takes responsibility for identifying and meeting own learning needs.
• Identifies self learning needs and seeks opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in 6 hours of education classes per year.
• Completes additional designated and required educational classes.
• Maintains standards of professional practice.
• Recognizes personal limitations and/or seeks assistance as needed.
• Attends scheduled department meetings. If unable to attend, reads minutes and documents.
• Supports and participates in system/hospital/unit performance improvement efforts to enhance and improve services.
• Incorporates the philosophy of quality and performance improvement into daily routines.
• Actively searches for methods to improve customer service or patient care.
• Uses internal resources to enhance knowledge and skill to improve customer service and performance improvement.
• Assists other employees to improve their skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates principles of team work within the system/hospital/unit.
• Acts as a resource and a mentor by understanding a teammates learning needs and abilities and adapting teaching/managing style to meet these needs accordingly.
• Assists with team prioritization that effectively utilizes own energy and resources.
• Demonstrates ability to give constructive feedback and effectively resolve conflict.
• Identifies trust issues and working toward establishing an environment of mutual understanding and respect.
• Serves as a positive role model to peers and assigned staff in the delivery of patient care personal conduct, and personal appearance.
• Contributes to the development of cohesive group relations.
• Ensures and maintains confidentiality in relation to patient/family/significant other/hospital.
• Resolves issues through positive problem-solving techniques that promotes integrity of all parties involved.
• Responds willingly to special needs of unit/department.
• Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling of time.
• Demonstrates leadership abilities and utilizes sound management principles.
• Implements and monitors standards according to policy and procedure.
• Assigns responsibilities giving consideration to the skill and experience of staff.
• Addresses inappropriate behavior or poor work performances displayed by staff; documents and communicates such to appropriate individual in accordance with system procedures.
• Monitors equipment, supplies and reserves on hand and environment to assure for the safe and timely delivery of patient care.
• Supervises assigned staff in the performance of their duties including providing input into performance evaluations.
• Participates in the orientation/training of employees and students.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

• Masters Medical Science

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Certification or eligible for certification by American Association of Pathologist Assistants (AAPA) Upon Hire Required

Required Minimum Experience:

Master of Science from NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant training program or equivalent

Less than 1 year of broad experience as a Pathologists Assistant is preferred if on the job trained. Required

Required Minimum Skills:

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