Pathologists' Assistant — Flexible, Tumor Bank & Research

Baylor College of Medicine; Texas; On-site; USD 124,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to perform gross description and dissection of surgical specimens at the Texas Medical Center. The role requires proficiency with dictation and LIS systems to accurately document samples and participate in frozen sections and specimen triage.

The candidate will collect and catalog fresh tissue for tumor banking and research, while guiding Pathology residents and PA students in techniques and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• ASCP-PA certification required or within 6 months of employment.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross description and dissection of surgical specimens.
• Dictates verbal reports and uses LIS systems for documentation.
• Collects and catalogs fresh tissue for tumor banking and research.
• Participates in frozen section and specimen triage.
• Instructs residents and PA students on techniques and procedures.
• Maintains gross room workflow and equipment.

Skills

Dictation proficiency

LIS systems experience

Laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree + NAACLS Pathologists\' Assistant Program

Job description

Location: Texas Medical Center, Houston, TX

Salary Range: $124,453 to $146,415

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Flexible

Summary

This position will perform the gross description and dissection of simple and complex surgical specimens. The ideal candidates should be able to proficiently utilize dictation and LIS systems to accurately document surgical samples. Frozen section participation and specimen triage are also key responsibilities of this position. Other duties include collecting and cataloging fresh tissue for tumor banking, research and special studies.

This position is in the Texas Medical Center.

Job Duties

• Performs gross dissection of surgical specimens, selecting appropriate tissue to be submitted for histologic review.
• Takes gross photographs and catalogue them into computer.
• Dictates verbal reports regarding the specimens.
• Collects and catalogs fresh tissue for Tumor Bank and special studies.
• Selects and submits tissue for special procedures (e.g., cultures, flow cytometry, frozen sections, electron microscopy, and immunofluorescence).
• Reviews and revises CPT charge codes and obtain A-charges for international patients.
• Instructs/advises Pathology residents and PA students on pathology techniques and procedures.
• Participates in organizing the work flow in the grossing area.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Inspects equipment in the gross room and assist in the provision of adequate supplies and general cleanliness of the gross room suite.
• Assists in the selection and preparation of tissue sections for intraoperative consultations (frozen section).
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and completion of a Pathologists' Assistant Program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
• No experience required.
• Certified as a Pathologist’s Assistant by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP-PA). New employees who are not currently certified must obtain certification within six months of employment. Must meet applicable hospital privileging and credentialing requirements.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.