Certified Pathologists' Assistant

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 9:30-18:00

Dissection and dictation of gross description for Histologic/Cytologic surgical specimens. Ability to multi-task including troubleshooting and problem solving. Tasks are performed on a self-directed manner with minimal supervisory oversight.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for assuring correct accessioning and numbering of all surgical specimens.
• Identifies specimens (and abnormalities) and determines appropriate sectioning technique under the general direction of a pathologist.
• Communicates and collaborates with surgical/operating room staff.
• Evaluates specimens and dictates gross descriptions according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Performs the technical preparations of intraoperative consultations (frozen sections, touch preps, gross examinations).
• Takes photos of all pertinent specimens.
• Maintains grossing area including making sure the station is well stocked with appropriate supplies and instruments.
• Maintains departmental supplies and equipment. Fills out purchase orders for needed gross room supplies.
• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures.
• Complies with all Federal and State Inspection Agency’s protocols.
• Consults with pathologists about complex, unusual or difficult specimens.
• Must meet pre-determined performance metrics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

A Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university and successful completion of an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program. Master’s Degree preferred.

Language Ability:

Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations and demonstrates initiative, strong reasoning ability and good judgment.

Computer Skills:

Ability to use Laboratory Information System and various other software programs

Certificates and Licenses:

Certification by a recognized certifying agency for clinical laboratory professionals preferred (ASCP, ASMT, NCA, etc). Certifications for Pathology Assistants from the ASCP Board of Registry mandatory.

HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Address:

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest

Position Type:

Onsite

Department:

1046-00206 Pathology Gross Room