Pathologist Assistant I (Wed-Sun, 1:00pm - 9:30pm)

Role Summary

The Pathologist Assistant I assists the assigned Pathologists in organizing and performing many aspects of the pathology portion of a study. This includes performing pathology report review, macrodissecting/microdissecting tumor areas, and may include marking of H&E and ordering appropriate tests based on tumor site, or microscopic evaluation of CISH. Also responsible for performing other quality pathology tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Supervisor ‚Äì Pathology Operations in the day-to-day operation of the Pathology/microdissection department.
• Reads Pathology Reports to determine the primary site of the specimen.
• Identifies areas of tumor (and normal tissue when needed) on a stained NFR slide and collects marked areas for molecular analysis using Micro and Macro techniques.
• Assesses tumor content of tissue (and normal tissue when needed) and orders appropriate testing.
• Maintains a clean workstation.
• Identifies missing/wrong information and opens discrepancies as necessary.
• Assesses CISH stains for gene amplification.
• Asks a Pathologist for help when questions arise about a case.
• Organizes slides, data, generates tables, and assists with related requests.
• Prioritizes and triages specimens, handles and disposes of specimens and chemical waste per procedures, and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance tests as required; maintains documentation and logs.
• Reports concerns of test quality or safety to a Supervisor or Safety Officer.
• Maintains working knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as required.
• Maintains laboratory procedures and compliance; recommends changes as needed.
• Operates, troubleshoots, and maintains microdissection equipment; documents procedures.
• Communicates laboratory issues to supervisors/management; promotes a positive work environment.
• May assist in training peers and new hires.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor‚Äôs degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology with one of the following: Certified Cytotechnologist (ASCP), Pathologist Assistant (ASCP or AAPA), Histotechnologist (ASCP), other applicable laboratory certification, or internal training; OR Certified as a Medical Doctor (foreign-trained acceptable); OR Bachelor of Science with specified coursework and completion of ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited clinical training or equivalent experience; 0‚Äì1 year of experience.
• Required: Knowledge of clinical testing protocols with high attention to detail.
• Required: Completion of clinical laboratory training program (ABHES/CAAHEP) or equivalent, or documented laboratory training in each specialty where high complexity testing is performed.
• Preferred: Master‚Äôs or PhD in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology; relevant qualifications in technical pathology; 3‚Äì5 years of experience.

Additional Requirements

• Physical demands include long periods of sitting/standing, repetitive motion, ability to lift up to 30 pounds, and use of microscopes; exposure to lab hazards and chemicals may occur; travel may be required periodically; some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.