Pathologist Assistant: Precision Tissue Dissection & Teaching

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to support pathologists in surgical specimen work and postmortem examinations. You will assist with gross dictation and may handle workflow, research or teaching duties as directed, ensuring accurate data interpretation for patient-specific needs.

Qualified candidates hold a Masters Level approved Pathologists' Assistant program and PA(ASCP) certification within one year of start date; excellent detail, communication, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Masters Level approved Pathologists' Assistant program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, medical practices and human anatomy.
• Attention to detail, strong communication and problem-solving skills; growth and development knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist pathologists in preparation and performance of surgical specimen dissection and postmortem examinations.
• Perform gross dictation of complex surgical specimens as directed.
• May take on workflow management, research or teaching duties; interpret data for patient-specific needs.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Growth and development knowledge

Education

Masters Level Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to support pathologists in surgical specimen work and postmortem examinations. You will assist with gross dictation and may handle workflow, research or teaching duties as directed, ensuring accurate data interpretation for patient-specific needs.

Qualified candidates hold a Masters Level approved Pathologists' Assistant program and PA(ASCP) certification within one year of start date; excellent detail, communication, and