Pathologists Assistant

Quest Diagnostics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match up to 5

Roth IRA with company match up to 5% (

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Pathologists Assistant in Indianapolis, IN, on-call. The role performs gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under supervision, ensuring proper accessioning and labeling and documenting gross features.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) and state licensure if required; NAACLS-approved PA program is preferred. The position may offer annual bonus eligibility and opportunities to train Grossing Technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree B.S. (Required).
• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required).
• NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program (Preferred).
• 1 year of surgical gross experience (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine gross examinations of surgical specimens.
• Ensure correct accessioning, labeling, and patient identification.
• Describe gross features and ensure all lesions and sutures are noted.
• Dissect specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• Oversee and train Grossing Technicians as needed.
• Comply with CLIA, CAP and safety standards.

Skills

Surgical pathology

Gross examination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree B.S. (Required)

Job description

Job Description

Pathologists Assistant - Indianapolis, IN, On-Call

The pathologist assistant position is intended for individuals with appropriate education and training in surgical pathology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area, including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues. The individual will be responsible conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.

Pay range: $32.63+ per hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

• Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.

On-call Employees Are Eligible For

• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
• Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
• Describe gross anatomic features of routine and non-routine (complex) surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
• Capable of grossing high complexity specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision.
• Escalates more complex/unusual specimens to Exempt Pathologist’s Assistant or Pathologist.
• Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
• Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• May oversee performance of Grossing Technicians
• May provide training to Grossing Technicians
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
• Complete all associated paperwork.
• Follow the laboratory’s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
• Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• 1 year of surgical gross experience

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time

Knowledge

• Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree B.S. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
• NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program (Preferred)

About The Team

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