Performs and assists in performance of surgical and necropsy examinations. Lays out instruments, prepares remains and performs initial preparation of tissues for study. Handles and maintains accurate identification of various specimens; maintains condition of equipment and clean work area. Plans, coordinates, delegates, and schedules work of assigned staff in Pathology. Trains subordinates and residents in performance of surgical and necropsy examinations. Serves as role model.
Essential Functions:
- Performs surgical specimen examinations, dissection, gross description and dictation
- Assists in preparation and performance of post-mortem examinations
- Ascertains proper and legal authorization for necropsy; in case of error or question, initiates procedure to obtain proper authorization
- Arranges and coordinates patient's chart and other pertinent data for review with Pathologist
- Positions body; performs or assists Pathology Resident in gross dissection; takes measurement; weighs organs; dictates description of procedure and specimens observing presence of foreign objects or adhesions, organ relationships, and presence of body fluids
- Prepares and stores tissue. Assists with processing, assessing, and identification of same; obtains specimens for analysis
- Photographs body, organs, and other specimens; maintains photographic index.
- Assures proper restoration of body for acceptable release to funeral director; indicates any biohazards such as contagious diseases or radioactive implants which may be present
- Assists in SNOP coding of surgical and necropsy diagnosis and specimens; helps maintain files of SNOP codes
- Maintains clean, orderly work area and ensures proper maintenance of instruments and equipment. Orders adequate inventory of supplies, materials and equipment
- Instructs and trains assigned personnel, e.g., medical students, medical technicians and technologists, etc., in designated areas of expertise
- Plans, coordinates, delegates and schedules work of assigned staff in Pathology; assures adequate staff coverage at all times
- Serves as coach and resource to staff by coordinating and supporting team activities
- Assists supervisor/manager in policy making and short-range planning for departmental purposes
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Three (3)years of pathology assistant experience
- Supervisory/lead or project management experience
- Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
- Demonstrated analytic and diagnostic reasoning skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, oral communication, results orientation, systems thinking, teamwork, written communication, customer service, group process facilitation, team building, interpersonal relations, and problem solving
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing, spreadsheet, and database PC applications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Six months of experience under direct training of certified pathologist
- Preparing histological tissue samples and slides
- Completion of training and experience in histology
- Certified Pathologists' Assistant (PA) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
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