Pathologists Assistant

Wheeling Hospital, Inc.; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital, Inc. in Wheeling, WV is seeking a qualified Pathologists’ Assistant to perform gross descriptions, dissections, and postmortem examinations.

You will coordinate specimen processing, obtain clinical history, and prepare samples for multiple studies including cytology, cytogenetics, and imaging analyses. The role requires a BA/BS in a related science, NAACLS‑accredited PA training, ASCP certification, and WV PA licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related science field.
• Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited pathologists’ assistant training program.
• Current certification as ASCP Pathologists’ Assistant.
• Must possess current licensure as required by the WV State Board: Pathologist Assistant License.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, gross description, and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens.
• Preparation of human postmortem examinations.
• Specimen accessioning.
• Obtain clinical history.
• Describe gross features of surgical specimens.
• Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy.
• Obtain samples for studies such as flow cytometry, image analysis, research, cytogenetics, cultures, electron microscopy, immunofluorescence.
• Perform special procedures including review of x‑ray imaging, frozen sections, tumor triage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedural compliance

Following complex procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related science

NAACLS-accredited PA training

ASCP Pathologists’ Assistant certification

WV Pathologist Assistant License

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related science field.
• Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited pathologists’ assistant training program.
• Current certification as Certified Pathologists’ Assistant through the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP)
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided:
• PA: No State License Required
• WV: Pathologist Assistant License

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation, gross description, and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens.
• Preparation of human postmortem examinations.
• Specimen accessioning.
• Obtain clinical history.
• Describe gross features of surgical specimens.
• Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy.
• Obtain samples for studies such as but not limited to flow cytometry, image analysis, research, cytogenetics, cultures, electron microscopy, immunofluorescence.
• Perform special procedures including review of x-ray imaging, frozen sections, tumor triage.
• Photograph gross specimens and microscopic slides
• Consult with attending pathologist to identify special techniques to be utilized during the examination, including cultures, toxicology, coronary artery perfusion, enucleation, etc.
• Coordinate any requests for special specimen sampling such as organ transplantation, research.
• Perform postmortem examinations including external exam, in-situ organ inspection, evisceration, organ dissection and dictation of findings.
• Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy and special studies.
• Photograph the body, organs, microscopic slides and other pertinent materials.
• Assist in preparation for accreditation inspections (CAP, Joint Commission).
• May instruct, teach, or train in anatomy and physiology, gross pathology, photography, and gross dissection skills for surgical specimens as well as autopsy techniques.
• May train pathology residents/fellows, pathologists’ assistant students and other pathology lab personnel as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Visual activity must be unimpaired. Color differential is required.
• Equipment operation requires manual dexterity.
• Able to lift or pull 25 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, noise, blood/bodily fluids, and infectious disease.

Skills And Abilities

• Able to concentrate for organizing tasks, reading, and matching identification numbers, and following complex procedures.
• Able to follow complex procedures with minimal guidance.
• Have knowledge of basic theory behind laboratory instrument operation.

Additional Job Description

• CA

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Shift: United States of America (Exempt)

Company

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center

112 WH Clinical Labs

Address

1 Medical Park Drive
Wheeling
West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.