Anatomic Pathology, Pathologists Assistant, Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position & Client Overview:

A private pathology group in Northern California is in need of 2 permanent pathologists' assistants for their busy day shift. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree, be certified and have some experience, however new grads will be considered. There are several shifts available.

This California location offers an array of things to do locally including sampling some of the farm to table restaurants and farmers markets. There are also several museums and a zoo to visit. On your days off you can enjoy the wharves of San Francisco, the beaches, or go skiing in Lake Tahoe -- all of which are less than 100 miles from this popular destination.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision of a pathologist, independently perform or assist in accessioning, dissection, description, and histologic sampling of a full range of surgical specimens.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Knowledge of gross room pathology procedures, protocols, and techniques
• Knowledge of quality standards and requirements for pathology specimen photographs
• Perform and/or assist pathologists in the accessioning, dissection, description, and histologic sampling of a full range of anatomic specimens
• Perform frozen sections and other intraoperative consultations, within established protocol and procedural parameters
• Participate in accessioning and labeling specimens, storing and disposing specimens, and maintaining reagents and equipment

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• Masters degree from a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program preferred, and/or
• PA(ASCP) certification, or
• On the job trained/non certified per lab approval

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND