Pathologists' Assistant

Sonic Healthcare USA, Anatomic Pathology; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Pathology, Anatomic Division of Sonic Healthcare USA, is seeking a Pathologist Assistant for a hospital-based practice in Austin, TX. The role supports surgical pathology services with emphasis on macroscopic evaluation and collaboration with pathologists.

New graduates are welcome; NAACLS-accredited PA training and ASCP licensure (or eligibility within 30 days) are required for hire. This full-time position offers a Monday–Friday schedule in a clinical laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists Assistant program.
• ASCP licensure (or eligible with completion within 30 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Perform macroscopic evaluations on simple and complex specimens.
• Provide frozen section coverage.
• Triage fresh tissue for lymphoma.
• Assist pathologist in obtaining pertinent pathology reports on malignant cases.
• Gather material for tumor board presentations.
• Maintain the dissecting space (temperature logs, stain line, supplies).

Education

NAACLS Pathologists Assistant program

ASCP licensure (or eligible within 30 days of hire)

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! Join our hospital based practice in Austin, TX! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in anatomic pathology laboratory solutions. The Pathologist Assistant role assists in the performance of surgical pathology services in a hospital based setting.

Location: Austin, TX 78701 Days: Monday - Friday. No weekends, no on‑call Full‑time: Benefit Eligible

Key Responsibilities:

Perform macroscopic evaluations on simple and complex specimens Frozen section coverage Triage fresh tissue for lymphoma Assist pathologist in obtaining pertinent pathology reports on malignant cases Gather material for tumor board presentations Maintain the dissecting space (ie. temperature logs, stain line, supplies)

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists Assistant program ASCP licensure (or eligible with completion within 30 days of hire)

Experience:

New graduates from a NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program welcome.

Company:

Austin Pathology, Anatomic Division of Sonic Healthcare USA Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Job Category: Laboratory Operations Company: Austin Pathology Associates Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About Sonic Healthcare USA

Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state‑of‑the‑art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US‑based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community‑based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve.

For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.