Per Diem Pathologist Assistant — Hands-On Specimen Prep

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Evanston (IL)

On-site

USD 4,844,000 - 7,508,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay and on-call pay

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual increases based on performance

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program savings plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement match

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Pathologist Assistant for per diem at Evanston Hospital. You will prepare specimens for microscopic evaluation, describe gross findings, and assist with intra-operative consultations under pathologist supervision.

Responsibilities include specimen handling for research, maintaining equipment, training residents, and ensuring safety compliance. Per diem schedule offers varied hours with ongoing opportunities for professional growth within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

Master's Degree from a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
ASCP Certification (PA) required or preferred.
New grads welcome; 3–5 years of experience preferred.
Ability to operate cryostat, cassette printer, safety hood, bone saw, voice recognition software, camera, computer and fax machine; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

Under supervision, examine and prepare specimens for microscopic evaluation with gross description and dissection of surgical pathology specimens from biopsies to complex resections.
Perform special handling of specimens including flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, radiology or tissue procurement for research.
Perform frozen sections and intra-operative consultations within protocol and parameters.
Determine proper fixatives for tissue maintenance.
Photograph all pertinent gross specimens.
Adhere to policies for handling, storage and disposal of specimens; comply with biohazard and safety standards.
Assist in training pathology residents, PA students and pathology technician IIs when applicable.
Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safety and cleanliness protocols are followed.
Communicate clearly and collaborate with other departments; work well in a team.
Demonstrate attention to detail, problem-solving, and ability to work under pressure.