Pathologist Assistant

The incumbent is responsible for the gross examination and description of surgical specimens submitted to the Pathology Department. The Pathology Assistant is to have a thorough knowledge and proficiency in gross description and cutting techniques of surgical specimens. They should be capable of performing moderate and highly complex procedures in Surgical Pathology. They should present a professional and helpful manner to clients, physicians and all hospital personnel.

They must communicate with physicians, pathologists and clinicians in a knowledgeable and professional manner and support the laboratory objectives by assisting fellow employees. They are responsible for compliance with relevant local, State and federal guidelines and regulations. They should report to work in a timely manner, be groomed professionally, and perform their job function in accordance with Norton Healthcare standards, policies and procedures.

They should uphold Norton Healthcare Values: respect for every individual, delivery of quality service, pursuit of excellence and integrity.

• Performs gross description and dissection of complex surgical specimens with clinical proficiency in assigned principles and practices and in a timely manner to assure workflow.
• Ensures adequacy of specimens submitted and communicates with surgery or outside client if there is a problem with a specimen.
• Selects and stains appropriate tissue sections for Frozen Sections as well as performing specimen photography when requested.
• Assures all patient care work is completed before leaving the work area and communicates additional needs to hold over cases to pathologists or PA.
• Assists Technicians as needed in performing all duties to ensure workflow and quality patient care. These duties include computer functions as well as all charging and coding functions.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Staffing and Recruiting