Anatomic Pathology, Pathologists' Assistant, Day Shift

Position & Client Overview:

Our client in Mississippi is in need of a degreed and certified locums Pathologists' Assistant for their busy AP lab. This is a high-volume facility doing large and complex specimens. Grossing experience is a must. This is a day shift position with a 13-week commitment and a possible extension.

Weekly Pay Rate: $3000

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
• Three (3) years experience

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.