Pathologist Assistant: Specimen Prep & Dictation Lead

PathGroup; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup in Memphis is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to perform gross dictation and gross examination of tissue specimens, working independently under the direction of a Pathologist.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Pathologist Assistant and certification (ASCP or CLIA). Preference for two years of experience and ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure and expertise, with on-site work location and strict adherence to privacy and security policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Pathologist Assistant is required.
• ASCP certification or CLIA compliance required or pursued.
• Continuing education to maintain certification/licensure.

Responsibilities

• Submit and dictate all surgical specimens for processing.
• Maintain and keep cutting room properly supplied.
• Photograph specimens as designated by pathologist.
• Prepare tissue to be sent out for further testing such as lymphoma phenotyping, quantitative iron studies, etc.
• Review procedure manuals and stay current with procedural changes that have occurred.
• Review and study under pathologist guidance designated continuing educational material.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all corporate policies, including Privacy and Security policies.

Education

Bachelor degree in Pathologist Assistant

ASCP or equivalent certification

Job description

PathGroup in Memphis is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to perform gross dictation and gross examination of tissue specimens, working independently under the direction of a Pathologist.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Pathologist Assistant and certification (ASCP or CLIA). Preference for two years of experience and ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure and expertise, with on-site work location and strict adherence to privacy and security policies.