Pathologists' Assistant – Grossing & Tissue Banking

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 124,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine, located in Texas Medical Center, Houston, seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to perform gross description and dissection of surgical specimens. Proficient dictation and LIS use are essential for accurate documentation.

The role includes tumor banking tasks, frozen section participation, and specimen triage. Responsibilities also cover photographing specimens, CPT code review, resident instruction, and workflow organization in the gross room.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• ASCP-PA certification; if not current, must obtain within six months.
• Current BLS certification.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross dissection of surgical specimens, selecting appropriate tissue for histologic review.
• Takes gross photographs and catalogues them in the computer.
• Dictates verbal reports regarding the specimens.
• Collects and catalogues fresh tissue for Tumor Bank and special studies.
• Selects and submits tissue for special procedures (cultures, flow cytometry, frozen sections, electron microscopy, immunofluorescence).
• Reviews CPT charge codes and obtains A-charges for international patients.
• Instructs/pathology residents and PA students on techniques and procedures.
• Participates in organizing the workflow in the grossing area.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Inspects equipment and assists in maintaining supplies and cleanliness.

Skills

Dictation proficiency

LIS systems

Gross dissection skills

Educational instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree + NAACLS Pathologists' Assistant program

ASCP-PA certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine, located in Texas Medical Center, Houston, seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to perform gross description and dissection of surgical specimens. Proficient dictation and LIS use are essential for accurate documentation.

The role includes tumor banking tasks, frozen section participation, and specimen triage. Responsibilities also cover photographing specimens, CPT code review, resident instruction, and workflow organization in the gross room.