Pathology Assistant Per Diem

Requirements

• Two years previous experience as Pathology Assistant required. Graduate from an NAACLS approved Pathology Assistant training program preferred.
• Other Credentials:
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Special Training:
• Graduate of certified Pathologists' Assistant program recognized by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), preferred.
• Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:
• Usual Work Day:
• 8 Hours
• Reporting Relationships
• Does this position formally supervise employees? No
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Assures appropriate specimen accessioning and obtaining clinical history, including scans, x-rays, laboratory data, etc.
• Describes gross anatomic features, dissecting surgical specimens, and preparing tissues for histologic processing.
• Obtainsbiologic specimens such as blood, tissue, and toxicological materials for studies such as flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry, and other studies.
• Participates in gross and microscopic specimen photography.
• Assures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies, and cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite.
• Assists the pathologist to coordinate communication and notification of physicians and allied health personnel directly involved in providing care to the diseased patient.
• Performs post mortem examinations, including: external examination, in-situ organ inspection, evisceration, dissection, and dictation or recording of data such as organ weights, presence of body fluid, etc., and gross anatomic findings.
• Selects, prepares, and submits appropriate gross tissues for histologic sections and special studies.
• Prepares body for release.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities
• Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Squat/kneel/crawl , Taste or Smell
• Continuous physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 20 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 20 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Includ

Benefits

Additional Information

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Pay Range: $44.37 - $57.97 Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Assists pathologists by participation in the examination, dissection, and processing of tissues, and in gross autopsy dissection, under the direction of a board-certified, licensed pathologist. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor in Science Degree in biological sciences, allied health sciences or related field or Bachelor's in Arts Degree with relevant certifications or experience.

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