Clinical Pathology Assistant I
Core
Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection, and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies in a high-volume clinical laboratory.
Role type
Clinical Pathology Assistant (Grossing)
Builds
Tissue specimens for pathology analysis
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tissue dissection, gross description, specimen handling, quality control adherence, hazardous waste management, blood-borne pathogen safety, frozen section cutting, laboratory information systems proficiency
Preferred skills
NAACLS accredited PA program completion, ASCP certification, prior Labcorp experience
Responsibilities
Perform complete dissection and gross description of tissue samples, follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, adhere to quality control policies, assist other department areas with assigned tasks, identify and report problems affecting test performance, maintain professional environment and ethical standards
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC