Pathologist Assistant Supervisor

Direct Jobs; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Jobs is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant for their Tyler, Texas location. This full-time role involves performing and assisting with surgical specimen dissection and histologic sampling under the supervision of Pathologists. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor in Laboratory Science and completion of a Pathologists Assistant program.

Responsibilities include ensuring quality management, preparing tissues for histologic processing, and participating in continuous improvement efforts within the department. Strong hands-on experience and skills in specimen handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Pathologists' Assistant.
• Successful completion of a visual color discrimination test.
• Successful completion of annual continuing education units per state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist in dissection and histologic sampling of surgical specimens.
• Ensure appropriate specimen accession to enhance quality.
• Prepare tissues for histologic processing and obtain biological specimens.
• Participate in quality management to improve diagnostic accuracy.

Skills

Dissection skills

Quality management

Data analysis

Biological specimen handling

Training and development

Education

Bachelor in Laboratory Science

Pathologists Assistant program certification

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications

Under the general supervision of the Pathologists, the PA Supervisor independently performs or assists in dissection, description and histologic sampling of a full range of surgical specimens while monitoring and directing others on the team.

Essential Key Responsibilities

• Assists quality by assuring appropriate specimen accession.
• Enhances data picture by obtaining clinical history as indicated.
• Prepares tissues for histologic processing by describing anatomic features, dissecting specimens.
• Obtains biological specimens for analysis (viral and blood cultures, toxilogical material, etc.) and perform special procedures (tumor triage, coronary artery perfusion, faxitron, etc.)
• Photographs pertinent gross specimens and microscopic slides.
• Performs duties relating to the administrative maintenance of surgical pathology protocols and reports on data: File reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides; Assure completion of coding.
• Enhances understanding and diagnosis accuracy by assisting in the preparation, performance and documentation of human postmortem examinations.
• Participates in corporate Quality Management Committee to ensure a consistent and constant focus on improvement in quality.
• Performs troubleshooting of problem cases as required to correct any errors and assist the Pathologists with producing accurate diagnoses.
• Maintains department staffing schedule to ensure no gaps in function.
• Develops, conducts and maintains relevant training programs to increase the staff's qualifications and ability to consistently produce high quality work in a timely manner.
• Conducts performance evaluations and makes recommendations for necessary disciplinary actions.

Education/Licensure/Certification

• Bachelor in Laboratory Science.
• Completion of a Pathologists Assistant program accredited by the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Pathologists' Assistant.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a visual color discrimination test.
• Successful completion of annual continuing education units per state licensure and/or ASCP guidelines.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Full-time, Benefit Eligible

Job Category: Laboratory Operations

Company: Austin Pathology Associates

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