Pathologists Assistant

Detroit, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hours Per Week: 40.00
Hours Per Day: 8.00
Days Per Week: 5.00
Shift Time: M-F 3pm-11:30pm
Schedule Notes: Duration: 13 Weeks Responsible for growing by section of surgical specimens biopsys complex cases assessments and submitting it to surgical pathology. Minimum Exp: 5 years Education: Bachelor of Science Required Certification Exp: completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists Assistant program or Previous certification by the American Association of Pathologists Assistants (AAPA). Preferred Certification: as a PA (ASCP)
Location: HFOHFH DETROIT MI 48202

Job Summary: The Pathologists Assistant supports anatomic pathology services under the direction of a Pathologist. This role focuses on the gross examination of surgical specimens assistance with post-mortem examinations and ensuring accurate specimen handling in accordance with established pathology standards.

Responsibilities

Perform gross examination dissection and description of surgical specimens and biopsies.
Select and submit appropriate tissue sections for microscopic examination including frozen and permanent sections.
Accession specimens and ensure proper identification in compliance with surgical pathology policies.
Assist with autopsy procedures including external examination organ inspection dissection and documentation.
Support resident training and assess competency in specimen handling.
Perform gross photography and support tumor procurement for biorepository use.
Participate in quality assurance specimen identification and equipment maintenance activities.
Maintain inventory and supplies for the surgical pathology laboratory.
Ensure proper tissue retention and disposal after case finalization.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of Pathologists Assistant experience
Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists Assistant program or prior certification through the American Association of Pathologists Assistants (AAPA)

Education: Bachelor of Science degree from a regionally accredited institution Required

Certifications: PA (ASCP) Certification Preferred

Perform gross examination dissection and description of surgical specimens and biopsies.
Select and submit appropriate tissue sections for microscopic examination including frozen and permanent sections.
Accession specimens and ensure proper identification in compliance with surgical pathology policies.
Assist with autopsy procedures including external examination organ inspection dissection and documentation.
Support resident training and assess competency in specimen handling.
Perform gross photography and support tumor procurement for biorepository use.
Participate in quality assurance specimen identification and equipment maintenance activities.
Maintain inventory and supplies for the surgical pathology laboratory.
Ensure proper tissue retention and disposal after case finalization.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of Pathologists Assistant experience
Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists Assistant program or prior certification through the American Association of Pathologists Assistants (AAPA)

Education: Bachelor of Science degree from a regionally accredited institution Required

Certifications: PA (ASCP) Certification Preferred