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Pathologist Assistant

Job Title: Pathologist Assistant

Duration: 26 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: 1-3 years of laboratory technical experience required

Must-Have:

• Skills to perform required laboratory testing
• Team player with ability to follow instructions
• Dependable and consistent work attendance
• Ability to maintain legible, accurate, and organized records
• Discretion in handling confidential information and sound judgment
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations
• Understanding of various operations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work and communicate professionally with colleagues and caregivers
• High level of initiative, effort, and commitment to completing assignments
• Ability to assist in specimen procurement, identification, and proper handling
• Troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills
• Assessment and verification of patient test results
• Core knowledge of normal laboratory processes
• Knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology

Description:

Under direct supervision, performs gross descriptions of simple or limited specimens. Assists during autopsies and prepares frozen section slides. May be required to perform routine histology tasks as well. Follows authorized technical procedures when performing patient testing. Meets turn-around times established for testing and reporting patient results. Receives specimens into the laboratory using appropriate patient identifier and labeling requirements. Conducts calibration of instruments and equipment in the laboratory as well as routine maintenance. Labels tissue cassettes using block control sheets. Assists in the preparation of frozen tissue sections, including labeling, cutting, and staining slides. Prepares patients for evisceration for post-anatomical diagnosis during autopsy. Works on call for autopsies. Photographs specimens for documentation and conference preparation. Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Assumes responsibility for professional development and completes annual competency assessment. Performs other duties as assigned.

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