Pathologists' Assistant

HCA Healthcare; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pathologists' Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to assist pathologists in surgical pathology services, ensuring high-quality specimen examination and preparation. With a focus on collaboration and workflow organization, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing productivity and knowledge in the lab. The comprehensive benefits package supports your health, career, and personal growth, making this a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance in the medical field. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this position is for you.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with full match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Wellbeing resources

Discount programs

Referral services

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; ASCP Certification is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in a hospital setting accepted.

Responsibilities

• Organizing workflow in frozen section and gross examination areas.
• Triaging specimens and dictating gross findings.
• Maintaining records and assisting in report compilation.

Skills

Specimen examination

Collaboration with pathologists

Grossing techniques

Documentation and record maintenance

Education

Master’s degree in Pathologist Assistant program

ASCP Certification

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Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Pathologists' Assistant you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join North TX Pathology Prgm PLLC, part of HCA Healthcare, the nation's leading provider of healthcare services.

Benefits

North TX Pathology Prgm PLLC offers a comprehensive rewards package supporting health, life, career, and retirement. Benefits include:

• Medical coverage, prescriptions, behavioral health, telemedicine, and AirMed transportation.
• Dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, long-term care, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling and wellbeing resources.
• 401(k) with full match on 3-9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% discount.
• Family benefits including fertility, family building, and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, etc.
• Discount programs, retirement services, education assistance, recognition programs, paid time off, family leave, and employee health funds.

Note: Benefits eligibility varies by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

General Summary of Duties

The Pathologists’ Assistant assists pathologists in surgical pathology services, working independently under supervision for specimen examination and preparation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Organizing workflow in frozen section and gross examination areas.
• Collaborating with on-site pathologists on grossing priorities.
• Following instructions for grossing techniques and quality assessment.
• Sharing relevant information to facilitate productivity and knowledge expansion.
• Triaging specimens, dictating gross findings, and referring tissues for microscopic review.
• Selecting tissues for microscopic study and determining proper fixatives.
• Performing specialized procedures like frozen sections and decalcification.
• Maintaining records, assisting in report compilation, labeling, and storing specimens.
• Photographing specimens and performing photo microscopy for documentation and teaching.
• Adhering to the “Code of Conduct” and organizational values.

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program preferred.
• ASCP Certification preferred.
• 3-5 years grossing experience in a hospital setting accepted in lieu of certification or degree.

Experience

• Minimum three to five years in a pathology histology laboratory.

HCA Healthcare is committed to ethical practices, community service, and supporting healthcare providers. We encourage qualified candidates to apply. We review applications promptly and contact suitable candidates for interviews. Apply today to explore this opportunity.