Pathologist Asst

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Doylestown Health is seeking a pathology assistant-like role to perform gross examination of selected pathology specimens under supervision of the Director of Pathology. The position entails handling specimens from OR and other facilities, describing their physical characteristics, and ensuring proper processing and documentation.

The role requires a NAACLS-accredited Master's degree and ASCP eligibility, with at least five years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• NAACLS-accredited Master’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of pathology experience.
• ASCP certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gross examination of pathology specimens from OR, inpatient and outpatient services.
• Describe specimen characteristics (size, color, weight, number) per Medical Director procedures.
• Perform dissection as needed and submit tissue for microscopic processing.
• Consult with pathologists on unusual findings and maintain accurate records.

Education

Master’s Degree (NAACLS accredited)

ASCP eligible

Job description

Entity: Penn Medicine Doylestown Health

Department: Lab

Location: 595 West State Street, Doylestown Pa 18901

Hours: Regular Part Time

Job Summary

To perform gross examination of selected pathology specimens at the discretion of and under the supervision of the Director of Pathology.

Accountabilities

• Gross examination of pathology specimens submitted by the Operating Room, inpatient and outpatient facilities.
• Describes specimen physical appearance and characteristics (i.e., size, number, color, weight etc.), in accordance with standard procedures provided by the Medical Director.
• Performs dissection where appropriate.
• Consults with pathologists on any unusual or unexpected specimen findings.
• Submits tissue for microscopic sectioning in a manner appropriate for processing and embedding.
• Appropriately utilizes decal when necessary.
• Properly utilizes Cerebro barcoding system and is able to order additional items through this system.
• Loads tissue processor at scheduled times and is aware of different processing cycles.
• Performs frozen sections.
• Utilizes the cryostat to provide slides for physicians requesting immediate results.
• Covers staining of afterhours immediate cytology cases.
• Maintains frozen section staining line.
• Maintains frozen section logbook for completeness.
• Maintains a clean workstation and inventory of gross room.
• Keeps grossing station and all instruments clean and in proper working order.
• Reports any issues to laboratory management.
• Maintains inventory of all supplies needed in the gross room.
• Performs routine cleaning and decontamination of cryostats.
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree accredited program by NAACLS and at least 5 years of experience required.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications

• ASCP or eligible to take ASCP required.

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.