Pathology Assistant: Specimen Prep & Autopsy Support

South Texas Health System - Clinics; McAllen (TX); In loco; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

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Retention Bonus Program

Loan Forgiveness Program

Competitive Compensation

Descrizione del lavoro

South Texas Health System – Clinics is seeking a Pathology Assistant to manage receipt, dissection, and dictation of surgical specimens, contributing to accurate diagnostic results. The role requires expanding knowledge of disease processes, preparing and processing samples, and assisting autopsies while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

The position supports timely patient care through high-quality laboratory practices and collaboration with the pathology team in a hospital-affiliated

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required.
• ASCP certification with ongoing maintenance every three years.
• Annual CAP competency exam is required and administered by the facility director.

Mansioni

• Receive, dissect, and dictate surgical specimens.
• Expand disease knowledge to handle increasingly complex specimens and assist in autopsies.
• Prepare and process samples, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and timely results for patient care.

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

ASCP certification

CAP competency examination

Descrizione del lavoro

South Texas Health System – Clinics is seeking a Pathology Assistant to manage receipt, dissection, and dictation of surgical specimens, contributing to accurate diagnostic results. The role requires expanding knowledge of disease processes, preparing and processing samples, and assisting autopsies while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

The position supports timely patient care through high-quality laboratory practices and collaboration with the pathology team in a hospital-affiliated