What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathologists' Assistant position at Labcorp?
We are seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join the LabCorp team where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical laboratory services. Our services are performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect for the patient. Please note, you will need to provide official sealed transcripts as well as documentation for any applicable certification to secure employment with LabCorp.
Schedule: Monday-Friday Night Shift
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing.
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and procedures.
- Assist other areas rotations within the department with specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has been completed.
- Ensure a professional environment is maintained.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and work to correct or report the problem.
- Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the assigned duties.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management.
- Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne pathogens.
- Experience cutting frozen sections is desired
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or a related science
- Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology is highly preferred
- No experience required with the completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program
- Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus
- Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- High level of attention detail along with strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection measures
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
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Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.
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