Pathologists' Assistant - Hospital Pathology Lab
Core
Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection, and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies in a hospital pathology lab.
Role type
Pathologist Assistant (Grossing)
Builds
Tissue specimens for diagnostic analysis
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Pathology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tissue dissection, gross description, specimen handling, quality control adherence, hazardous waste management, bloodborne pathogen safety, frozen section cutting
Preferred skills
NAACLS accredited PA program completion, ASCP certification, high-volume clinical lab experience
Technologies
Laboratory information systems
Responsibilities
Perform complete dissection and gross description of tissue samples; Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing; Adhere to quality control policies; Identify and report problems affecting test performance; Maintain professional environment and ethical standards
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC