Pathologist Assistant - Pathology

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 111,508 - 167,227; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Retirement package

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Jacksonville, Florida seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to perform gross examination of tissues and assist in autopsies. Candidates must graduate from an approved program and hold ASCP certification. Responsibilities include working independently, handling specimens in the Frozen Section Laboratory, and adhering to safety protocols. The position offers competitive compensation, full-time schedule, and eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Approved Pathologists' Assistant Program or equivalent experience.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to chemical vapors and infection hazards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the gross examination of all routine tissues.
• Dissection assistance in the Frozen Section Laboratory.
• Primary prosector for autopsies, responsible for dissection and dictation.

Skills

Technical knowledge of Frozen Section Lab

Ability to distinguish color

Microscope handling

Independent working

Handling deceased patients

Education

Graduate of an Approved Pathologists' Assistant Program

ASCP board of registry certification

Job description

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

Responsible for the 'Gross' examination of all routine tissues; processing frozen section specimens for the Pathologist; provides dissection assistance in the Frozen Section Laboratory after the case has initially been assessed by the Pathologist; primary prosector for autopsies, responsible for dissection and dictation for autopsy cases.

Qualifications

Graduate of an Approved Pathologists' Assistant Program or an equivalent of the Pathology Assistant-type of work experience.

Additional Skills And Qualifications

Must possess technical and operational knowledge of the Frozen Section Lab and pathology procedures for gross examination of all routine tissues. Must have adequate use of both hands. Must be able to distinguish color. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to handle contact with deceased patients. Must be able to use a microscope and handle clinical instrumentation. Must be able to tolerate exposure to chemical vapors from formaldehyde, acids, bases, and alcohol. Must be able to tolerate (low level) exposure to Ionizing radiation, such as Technesium and Prostatic Seeds, (Gamma Radiation). Must be able to tolerate exposure to microwaves. Must be able to tolerate exposure to infection hazards such as blood borne pathogens and CJD. Must be able to handle skin contact with solvents and other chemicals such as, cleanser, 10% bleach, and chemical reagents. Must be able to work around machinery with moving parts. Must be able to work with immunosuppressed patients, particularly CJD, and frozen section specimens.

License Or Certification

ASCP board of registry certification and current with ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program

Compensation Detail

$111,508-$167,2273 per year

Schedule

Full Time

Schedule Details

Monday- Friday 7:30-4:00, rotating shifts as needed

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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.