HCA Healthcare
Pathologists' Assistant
HCA Healthcare, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
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Job Summary and QualificationsGENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
– The Pathologists’ Assistant is a staff position responsible for assisting pathologists in performance of surgical pathology services. Under the general supervision of the pathologist, works independently when performing professional duties associated with examination and/or preparation of the surgical pathology specimens.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Responsible for the organization of and efficiency of workflow processes in the frozen section and gross examination areas.
Work closely with on-site Pathologists in determining grossing priorities.
Take instruction from on-site Pathologists with respect to grossing technique and quality assessment.
Confer with and share with other HCA pathologist assistants relevant information that would facilitate productivity and expand knowledge base.
Triage specimen received from surgery; dictate gross findings on selected specimen using appropriate terminology; refer tissue sections for microscopic review by Pathologist or Resident.
Select and identify tissue for microscopic study; determine proper fixative solutions in which tissue will be maintained.
Perform specialized procedures such as frozen sections and decalcification; maintain and coordinate specimen and records for specialized procedures using appropriate protocols; submit request for special histological procedures and special stains when appropriate.
Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation; assist in the compilation of reports for surgical pathology; label and store gross tissue specimen.
Photograph specimen samples as appropriate for use in instruction and documentation. Perform photo microscopy on cases considered for interdepartmental conferences or for teaching purposes; maintain complete and accurate records of all gross and microscopic photographs.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.
EDUCATION
Master’s degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program preferred
ASCP Certification preferred
3-5 years grossing experience in a hospital setting accepted in lieu of ASCP Certification or Master’s degree
EXPERIENCE
Minimum three to five years’ experience in a pathology histology laboratory setting.
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Pathologists' Assistant opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team.
We are interviewing apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Job Summary and QualificationsGENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
– The Pathologists’ Assistant is a staff position responsible for assisting pathologists in performance of surgical pathology services. Under the general supervision of the pathologist, works independently when performing professional duties associated with examination and/or preparation of the surgical pathology specimens.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Responsible for the organization of and efficiency of workflow processes in the frozen section and gross examination areas.
Work closely with on-site Pathologists in determining grossing priorities.
Take instruction from on-site Pathologists with respect to grossing technique and quality assessment.
Confer with and share with other HCA pathologist assistants relevant information that would facilitate productivity and expand knowledge base.
Triage specimen received from surgery; dictate gross findings on selected specimen using appropriate terminology; refer tissue sections for microscopic review by Pathologist or Resident.
Select and identify tissue for microscopic study; determine proper fixative solutions in which tissue will be maintained.
Perform specialized procedures such as frozen sections and decalcification; maintain and coordinate specimen and records for specialized procedures using appropriate protocols; submit request for special histological procedures and special stains when appropriate.
Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation; assist in the compilation of reports for surgical pathology; label and store gross tissue specimen.
Photograph specimen samples as appropriate for use in instruction and documentation. Perform photo microscopy on cases considered for interdepartmental conferences or for teaching purposes; maintain complete and accurate records of all gross and microscopic photographs.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.
EDUCATION
Master’s degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program preferred
ASCP Certification preferred
3-5 years grossing experience in a hospital setting accepted in lieu of ASCP Certification or Master’s degree
EXPERIENCE
Minimum three to five years’ experience in a pathology histology laboratory setting.
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Pathologists' Assistant opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team.
We are interviewing apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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