Pathology Assistant

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, part of Tenet Healthcare, seeks a Pathology Assistant to perform laboratory and clerical duties in the tissue lab. This is a full-time day position with introductory training.

The role supports Pathologists and Histology staff, ensures equipment maintenance, proper supplies, and clean storage, files slides, and retrieves slides/blocks as requested. Applicants should have a high school diploma and six months pathology or laboratory experience; preferred

Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent.
• PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of pathology or laboratory experience

Responsibilities

• The Pathology Assistant performs laboratory and clerical functions.
• Assists Pathologist, Histology Technician or Histology Technologist with histology specimen management and histological staining.
• Ensures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies and cleanliness of the tissue lab (tissue lab) and tissue storage area(s).
• Files slides, consults and retrieves slides/blocks as requested by the Pathologist.
• Completes established training for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Medical Assistant program or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Northeast Baptist Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Northeast Baptist Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

FULL-TIME DAYS

The Pathology Assistant performs laboratory and clerical functions. Assists Pathologist, Histology Technician or Histology Technologist with histology specimen management and histological staining. Assures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies and cleanliness of the pathology lab (tissue lab) and tissue storage area(s). Files slides, consults and retrieves slides/blocks as requested by the Pathologist. Completes established training for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent.
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent

Experience:

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of pathology or laboratory experience

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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