Pathology Assistant Surgical Pathology

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Free Parking

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Cleveland is seeking a Pathology Assistant. The role involves preparing patient specimens, collaborating with staff, and ensuring adherence to standards. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant and relevant skills in anatomy and pathology. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares complex and routine patient specimens for processing.
• Organizes and performs tasks to meet departmental standards.
• Collaborates with supervisory staff to achieve goals.

Skills

Basic knowledge of human anatomy

Microsurgical techniques

Pathologic disease processes

Understanding of safety and infection control requirements

Skills in obtaining/preparing tissue for evaluation

Written and verbal communication

Computer operation

Organization

Prioritizing

Problem solving

Time management

Decision making

Ability to assist pathologists

Use and maintain pathology equipment

Utilize good judgment

Prepare and maintain records

Use electronic communication tools

Education

Master's Degree Of Science in Pathologists' Assistant

Bachelor's Degree From an accredited training program for Pathologists’ Assistant

Bachelor's in biological science (prior to 2005)

Job description

Job Description - Pathology Assistant Surgical Pathology

Pathology Assistant Surgical Pathology

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus
• Free Parking

Position Summary

• Independently prepares any complex and routine patient specimen for processing and special procedures by describing, measuring, dissecting and weighing specimens and entering specimen information into the computer.
• Organizes and performs tasks efficiently to meet departmental turnaround time standards and accommodate patient care needs.
• Collaborates with supervisory staff to achieve departmental goals, improve service, quality, cost effectiveness and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Performs duties relative to preparing surgical specimens for examination by the pathologist and assists in the preparation and performance of human postmortem examinations.

Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree Of Science in Pathologists' Assistant Required.
• Bachelor's Degree From an accredited training program for Pathologists’ Assistant Required.
• In a biological science (prior to 2005) Required.

Work Experience

• Previous experience Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of human anatomy; Required.
• Microsurgical techniques; Required.
• Pathologic disease processes; Required.
• Understanding of safety and infection control requirements of position; Required.
• Skills in obtaining/preparing tissue for evaluation; Required.
• Written and verbal communication, computer operation, organization, prioritizing, problem solving, time management, decision making; Required.
• Ability to provide assistance to pathologists in a timely and quality manner; Required.
• Use and maintain pathology equipment appropriately; Required.
• Utilize good judgment; Required.
• Prepare and maintain records, use electronic communications tools and software; Required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Pathologist Assistant (PA-ASCP) or eligible; Required.

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently.
• Walking Frequently.
• Sitting Rarely.
• Lifting Frequently 50 lbs.
• Carrying Frequently 50 lbs.
• Pushing Frequently 50 lbs.
• Pulling Frequently 50 lbs.
• Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs.
• Balancing Occasionally.
• Stooping Frequently.
• Kneeling Frequently.
• Crouching Frequently.
• Crawling Occasionally.
• Reaching Frequently.
• Handling Frequently.
• Grasping Frequently.
• Feeling Constantly.
• Talking Constantly.
• Hearing Constantly.
• Repetitive Motions Constantly.
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly.