Pathologist Assistant - Surgical Specimen Expert (Day Shift)

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join the Pathology department's Gross Room services, handling surgical specimens from OSU facilities and associated clinics. The role includes accessioning specimens into the LIS system and conducting intraoperative consultations to ensure proper orientation of complex specimens.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Pathologists' Assistant; a Master's degree is preferred, and PA (ASCP) certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pathologists' Assistant required.
• Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant or related field preferred.
• PA (ASCP) certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide gross room services for surgical specimens and accessioning into LIS.
• Perform intraoperative consultations, including frozen sections and lymphoma workups.
• Prepare complex specimens for fixation and assist surgeons with orientation of margins.
• Procure excess tissue for research and train residents in gross description.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pathologists' Assistant

Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant or related field

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join the Pathology department's Gross Room services, handling surgical specimens from OSU facilities and associated clinics. The role includes accessioning specimens into the LIS system and conducting intraoperative consultations to ensure proper orientation of complex specimens.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Pathologists' Assistant; a Master's degree is preferred, and PA (ASCP) certification within one year of hire.