Pathology Assistant: Travel & On-Call Lab Specialist

UVA Community Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a full-time Pathologist Assistant to perform gross examinations and ensure quality in surgical pathology. This role includes responsibilities such as managing tissue samples, adhering to compliance guidelines, and participating in departmental meetings. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree, ideally from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program, and have strong communication skills. This position involves potential travel and a mid-shift schedule, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited formal Pathologist Assistant Program required.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• ASCP certified or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examinations, dissection and description of tissues.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality, safety, and compliance programs.
• Participate in surgical pathology protocol development and maintenance.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive problem solving

High-level patient and customer service

Understanding of laboratory testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Pathology Assistant

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a full-time Pathologist Assistant to perform gross examinations and ensure quality in surgical pathology. This role includes responsibilities such as managing tissue samples, adhering to compliance guidelines, and participating in departmental meetings. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree, ideally from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program, and have strong communication skills. This position involves potential travel and a mid-shift schedule, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care.