Pathologists' Assistant (Sign-On Bonus/Relocation Assistance)

PathGroup; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to perform gross dictation and gross examination of tissue specimens under the direction of a Pathologist. The role supports the pathologist in processing and preparing samples for testing, while maintaining a ready and compliant work environment.

The candidate will photograph specimens, prepare tissue for external testing, and stay current with procedural changes under pathologist guidance, ensuring safety and privacy throughout all activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with gross dictation and gross examination of tissue specimens.
• Ability to work independently under supervision of a Pathologist.
• Familiarity with pathology lab safety and privacy policies.

Responsibilities

• Submit and dictate all surgical specimens for processing.
• Maintain and keep cutting room properly supplied.
• Photograph specimens as designated by the pathologist.
• Prepare tissue for sending out for testing (e.g., lymphoma phenotyping).
• Review manuals and stay current with procedural changes.
• Follow Corporate Compliance and Privacy/Security policies.

Job description

This Pathologist Assistant position is responsible for gross dictation and gross examination of tissue specimens, functioning independently under the direction of a Pathologist.

This Pathologist Assistant position is responsible for gross dictation and gross examination of tissue specimens, functioning independently under the direction of a Pathologist.

Essential Functions

• Pathologist's Assistant supports PathGroup's mission, vision, goals and management decisions.
• Submit and dictate all surgical specimens for processing.
• Maintain and keep cutting room properly supplied.
• Photograph specimens as designated by pathologist.
• Prepare tissue to be sent out for further testing such as lymphoma phenotyping, quantitative iron studies, etc.
• Review procedure manuals and stay current with procedural changes that have occurred.
• Review and study under pathologist guidance designated continuing educational material.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Become familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies; and especially policies that impact Pathologist Assistants directly.