Pathologists' Assistant (Part Time)
Core
Provides high-level specialized technical services in anatomic pathology, performing routine and complex procedures on patient specimens and participating in postmortem cases under the supervision of a licensed pathologist.
Role type
Pathologist's Assistant
Builds
Anatomic pathology services for patient care and postmortem analysis
Domain
Healthcare / Anatomic Pathology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Gross examination of tissue and body fluid specimens, Frozen section support, Fine needle aspiration (FNA) support, Biopsy support, Autopsy performance and dissection, Specimen accessioning, Clinical history gathering, Regulatory compliance (CAP, CLIA, OSHA)
Preferred skills
Certified Pathologist's Assistant (PA-ASCP), Master's degree, 2+ years of experience
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Perform gross examinations of tissue and body fluid specimens including photography, Provide procedural support for frozen sections, FNA, and biopsy support, Perform autopsies including organ removal and dissection, Ensure appropriate handling of specimens for transport or storage, Participate in quality control monitoring and workflow improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on technical role