Pathology Assistant

Summary

Pathology Specialists, P.A. is looking for a Pathologists’ Assistant. The PA provides assistance and support to the attending pathologists, resident/fellows, and other hospital/lab staff. The PA’s primary duties center on the practice of pathology and involve assisting in the procurement and processing of surgical pathology specimens. PSPA is looking for an applicant who is motivated, detail-oriented, hardworking, and able to communicate with team members and health care professionals.

Pathologists’ Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the pathologist, the qualified individual works independently when performing professional duties associated with examination and/or preparation of the surgical pathology specimens
• Triage specimen received from surgery; dictate gross findings on selected specimen using appropriate terminology; refer tissue sections for microscopic review by Pathologist or Resident
• Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, pathology, medical terminology and physiology sufficient to identify, dissect, and describe certain surgical specimens
• Maintain and communicates the knowledge of both departmental and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of pathology services

• Accession specimens and enter data accurately, and to be competent in using the tissue processor

• Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation; assist in the compilation of reports for surgical pathology; label and store gross tissue specimen
• Responsible for the organization of and efficiency of workflow processes in the frozen section and gross examination areas
• Select and identify tissue for microscopic study; determine proper fixative solutions in which tissue will be maintained
• Responsible for preparation of tissue for surgical specimen dissection, follow guidelines set for appropriate gross examination and submission for routine processing, and/or special procedures
• Assist with teaching and orientation of Pathology residents to Surgical Pathology

Pathologists’ Assistant Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (Master’s preferred) from an accredited American Association of Pathologists' Assistant program
• Must have an active American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a high-volume laboratory setting as a Pathologist Assistant, knowledge of clinical laboratory processes and workflow, experience with laboratory information systems
• Must meet qualifications for CLIA high complexity testing personnel

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Approximately 40 hours per week

Salary: $100k - $125k depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work location: Three locations- Orlando Regional Medical Center Pathology Laboratory, Dr. Philips Hospital, and PSAP Laboratory.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Orlando, FL 32806 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Orlando, FL 32806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person