Pathologists Assistant - Full Time

Site: Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc.

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Job Summary

The Pathologists Assistant under the supervision of the Anatomic Pathology Operations Manager performs a broad range of tasks related to processing human surgical pathology specimens. These tasks include gross description and dissection of specimens ensuring proper specimen orientation and tissue selection and collaborating with pathologists on cases. The Pathologists Assistant plays an integral role in training staff ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and troubleshooting any issues in the pathology workflow. This position requires a high degree of technical expertise clinical judgment and the ability to function independently within a dynamic fastpaced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grossing Room Management:

  • Organize workflow in the Grossing Room directing the efforts of residents grossing technicians and other technical staff as necessary.

  • Monitor the intake of surgical specimens from the operating rooms ensuring correct assignment to appropriate staff.

  • Coordinate schedules of Pathologists Assistants and technical staff to ensure adequate coverage in both the grossing room and cytology prep room.

• Gross Description and Dissection:

  • Perform gross description and dissection on a wide range of surgical pathology specimens (Levels 15.

  • Submit appropriate diagnostic sections and review cases with a pathologist when necessary.

  • Provide instruction on gross anatomy specimen orientation tissue selection cryotomy and staining for intraoperative diagnosis.

• Training and Instruction:

  • Offer formal instruction and training to Grossing Technicians and residents in surgical pathology techniques and Gross Room procedures.

  • Contribute to competency assessments for PA staff.

  • Act as a resource for staff regarding pathology procedures and troubleshooting issues.

• Regulatory Compliance and Safety:

  • Ensure diagnostic viability of specimens correct patient labeling and adherence to regulatory standards set by JC CAP and other agencies.

  • Assist in frozen section examination cut and stain tissue for pathologist review and photograph or xray specimens for diagnostic or research purposes.

  • Ensure safety protocols are followed and maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Specimen Management and Research Support:

  • Triage tissue for appropriate fixation or special studies.

  • Assist in acquiring tissue samples for clinical studies teaching and research purposes.

  • Help prepare case materials for conferences research or special studies.

• Data Management and Technical Support:

  • Enter patient data into the laboratory information system ensuring accurate assignment of surgical pathology accession numbers and patient charge information.

  • Load and activate tissue processors as needed and assist with troubleshooting quality assurance and quality improvem7ent issues in the lab.

• Facility Preparation and Inspections:

  • Assist the Manager in preparing the Grossing Room for inspections by regulatory agencies like The Joint Commission and CAP.

  • Act as an onsite resource for supply or service issues.

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree from NAACLS accredited program required.

• AAPA approved Pathologists Assistant Training Program.

• PA(ASCP) certification required.Recent graduates must obtain PA(ASCP) certification within 1 calendar year from date of training program completion

• 12 years experience preferred

• Extensive knowledge of anatomy medical terminology and histologic procedures.

• Excellent dissection technical skills and ability to perform frozen sections.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of hospital staff.

• Familiarity with basic computer programs for data entry and clinical information retrieval.

• Ability to train and develop staff in surgical pathology techniques.

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to biohazardous materials formaldehyde hazardous chemicals/fixatives and potentially infectious organisms.

• Frequent use of sharp instruments such as scalpels and razors.

• Lifting up to 50lbs or greater may be required.

Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital is a 171 bed nonprofit community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900 Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive. At Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers our patients and those we may never meet are at the center of everything we do. If youre looking for more than a career join Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.

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