Pathologists’ Assistant

MRINetwork; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Prescription RX Plan

Basic Life & AD&D

Voluntary Term Life

Short Term Disability

Critical Illness/Accident

Commuter Benefits

Hearing Insurance Coverages

Discounts on various services

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is looking for a Temporary Pathologists’ Assistant in Bakersfield, CA. The candidate will work under a pathologist, performing tissue examination and assisting with intraoperative consultations. A Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and relevant certifications are required, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This role offers valuable experience in a fast-paced environment, contributing to vital healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field is required.
• Completion of pathologists' assistant program preferred.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy and laboratory skills.
• Ability to obtain and prepare tissue for evaluation.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and histological techniques.
• Ability to obtain and prepare tissue for evaluation and assist pathologists promptly.
• Familiarity with voice recognition software and LIS.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, gross description, dictation and dissection of human tissue.
• Select representative sections for embedding, staining and evaluation.
• Ensure proper specimen accessioning.
• Assist with frozen section tissue selection and preparation.
• Maintain equipment and ensure adequate supplies.
• Adhere to HIPAA and security requirements.
• Clean grossing stations and dispose of waste.

Skills

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Completion of NAACLS-accredited program

Tools

Voice recognition software

Laboratory information systems

Excel

MS Word

Job description

Melissa Owens| President

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Job Description

Job ID: 3517518

Job Title: Temporary Pathologists’ Assistant

Location: Bakersfield, CA 93308

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a pathologist, the Certified Pathologists' Assistant performs gross examination, sampling and dictation of human organs. Provides assistance during intraoperative consultations such as frozen sections and gross examinations. The Pathologists' Assistant requires certification from the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants or the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Prescription RX Plan
• Basic Life & AD&D
• Voluntary Term Life
• Short Term Disability
• Critical Illness/Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Commuter Benefits
• Hearing Insurance Coverages
• Discounts on Travel, Auto Insurance, Electronics, Apparel, Education, Entertainment and much more!

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation, gross description, dictation and dissection of human tissue
• Select representative sections for embedding, staining and microscopic evaluation
• Ensure appropriate specimen accessioning
• Obtains tissue such as blood and toxicological material for studies such as flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry
• Photograph pertinent gross specimens as needed
• Assist with frozen section tissue selection and preparation
• Retrieve the patient's medical chart and other pertinent data for review with the attending pathologist
• Confer with the attending pathologist to identify any special techniques or procedures to be utilized
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment
• Provision of adequate supplies
• Cleaning of grossing stations
• Disposal of biological and administrative waste
• Solve any discrepancies or other issues that may arise

Key Skills Needed

• Demonstrated ability to organize workload.
• Must possess a professional demeanor and have experience that demonstrates problem solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be detail oriented, self‑motivated, a fast learner and possess excellent time management, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take direction and use independent judgment to coordinate and meet multiple deadlines
• Familiarity with HIPAA and security compliance requirements.
• The ideal candidate will be willing to take on new challenges, have a proven record for producing results, be willing to learn and grow with the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related field
• Successful completion of an NAACLS‑accredited pathologists' assistant program preferred.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy, macro‑surgical techniques, and general laboratory skills.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain and prepare tissue for evaluation and to provide assistance to pathologists in a timely and quality manner.
• Knowledge/ability to become knowledgeable in voice recognition software, internet and multiple‑interfaced systems, various laboratory information systems, Excel, and MS Word or equivalent applications.
• High degree of technical competence and knowledge of histological techniques.