Pathology Assistant

Trinity Health; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Retirement planning & matching

College savings plans

Life insurance plans

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Health System in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Pathology Assistant to support autopsy, surgical pathology, and specialized services under a pathologist's direction.

The position requires a bachelor's or master's in health sciences, 1 year of Pathology Assistant training, and prior experience as a Pathologist's Assistant, with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package. This role emphasizes accuracy, tissue handling, and collaboration within the lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in health science or a related field required.
• 1 year of Pathology Assistant training in an accredited program required.
• Experience as a Pathologist's Assistant required.
• Membership in the American Association of Pathologist's Assistants preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as applicable).
• Ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to patients.
• Performs or assists in human postmortem examinations, frozen sections and FNAs.
• Correctly obtains appropriate tissue and/or fluid analysis.
• Ensures proper restoration of the body for acceptable release to the funeral director.
• Describes gross appearance, performs complete dissection, selects and submits tissue sections for microscopic examination.

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in health science or a related field

1 year of Pathology Assistant training in an accredited program

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT

BOISE, IDAHO

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of a qualified pathologist, provides services in anatomic pathology in the areas of autopsy, surgical pathology, and specialized services. Performs or assists in human postmortem and surgical specimen examinations. May assist, initiate, institute and accomplish certain specialized procedures or duties as designated by the supervising pathologist or laboratory director.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in health science or a related field required.
• 1 year of Pathology Assistant training in an accredited program required.
• Experience as a Pathologist's Assistant required.
• Membership in the American Association of Pathologist's Assistants preferred.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as applicable).
• Ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to patients.
• Performs or assists in human postmortem examinations, frozen sections and FNAs.
• Correctly obtains appropriate tissue and/or fluid analysis.
• Ensures proper restoration of the body for acceptable release to the funeral director.
• Describes gross appearance, performs complete dissection, selects and submits tissue sections for microscopic examination.

Highlights and Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

Visit https://www.saintalphonsus.org/careers/ to learn more!

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Best Large Employer, Forbes
• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health
• The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II)
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of lif
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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.