Pathologists' Assistant-Ascp Certified
Pathologists' Assistant-Ascp Certified
Processes specimens, performs dissection and macroscopic description of surgical specimens, and assists with frozen sections, specialty biopsies, and fine needle aspirations under supervision.
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Processes specimens for analysis and perform specified surgical pathology procedures under the supervision of the Anatomic Laboratory Manager and Assistant Manager. Follows the proper procedure in conjunction with the established quality control requirements and procedure manuals. Facilitates communication with the Grossing team members on matters of technical nature.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
- *Under the direct supervision of the Anatomic Laboratory Manager performs dissection and macroscopic description of surgical specimens as outlined in the Surgical Pathology Manual and Grossing Guidelines for non-pathologists.
- *Performs routine and more complex laboratory procedures on specimens as directed by the Manager or Assistant Manager.
- *Handles special procedures, i.e. frozen sections, specialty biopsies, and fine needle aspirations as outlined in the Surgical Pathology manual and Histology Manual under the active supervision of a surgical pathologist.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s degree from a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited program required. Minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Pathology Assistant preferred.
OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Pathologists’ Assistant (PA), (ASCP) Certification required