Pathologists Assistant

Pathologist Assistant - Fort Worth TX Day Shift

Salary: $40 per hour

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The pathologist assistant position is intended for individuals with appropriate education and training in surgical pathology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues. The individual will be responsible conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing according to policies and procedures.
• Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of thespecimen and patient identification.
• Describe gross anatomic features of routine and non-routine (complex) surgical specimensensuring that all lesionsmarkingsand sutures are mentioned.
• Capable of grossing high complexity specimens under direct and indirect supervision as applicable to training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision.
• Escalates more complex/unusual specimens to Exempt Pathologists Assistant or Pathologist.
• Record measurements weightvolumeand any abnormal findings as applicable.
• Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• May oversee performance of Grossing Technicians
• May provide training to Grossing Technicians
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens includingcytopreparation stainingcoverslipping etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
• Complete all associated paperwork.
• Follow the laboratorys applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
• Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager technical supervisor or director.
• Ensure all corporate safety quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local federal CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required WorkExperience:

N/A

Preferred Work Experience:

1 year of surgical gross experience

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time

Knowledge:

Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.

Skills:

N/A

EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
Current state licensure if applicable(Required)
NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program