Pathologists Assistant — Morning Shift, Growth & Benefits

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Tampa, FL is hiring a Pathologist Assistant for a Monday to Friday shift from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The position pays $33.94+ per hour, with eligibility for annual performance bonuses based on factors and organizational considerations.

The role involves grossing surgical pathology specimens, assisting pathologists, and performing routine and complex tasks under supervision, following CLIA and CAP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Current state licensure, if applicable.
• NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program preferred.
• 1 year of surgical gross experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
• Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
• Describe gross anatomic features of routine and non-routine (complex) surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
• Capable of grossing high complexity specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
• Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• May oversee performance of Grossing Technicians
• May provide training to Grossing Technicians
• Complete all associated paperwork.
• Follow the laboratory's applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor's Degree B.S. (Required)

NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program (Preferred)

Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Tampa, FL is hiring a Pathologist Assistant for a Monday to Friday shift from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The position pays $33.94+ per hour, with eligibility for annual performance bonuses based on factors and organizational considerations.

The role involves grossing surgical pathology specimens, assisting pathologists, and performing routine and complex tasks under supervision, following CLIA and CAP standards.