What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathologists' Assistant position at Associated Pathologists, PA?
Pathologists’ Assistant
ABOUT US
Associated Pathologists, PA is a large, well-established hospital-based practice serving ten (10) regional locations within the BayCare Health System throughout the Tampa Bay area. Our team evaluates more than 47,000 surgical pathology cases annually. We currently have a team of twenty (20) Pathologists and eight (8) Pathologists’ Assistants and are looking to welcome a full-time Pathologists’ Assistant to our experienced and collaborative team.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Perform examination, dissection, gross description and histologic sampling of a wide variety of surgical specimens, ranging from routine to complex
§ Ensure accurate specimen identification, orientation, labeling and documentation throughout the gross examination process
§ Assists pathologists with frozen sections, intraoperative consultations, and ancillary testing as needed
§ Perform fetal autopsies, approximately 20 annually, rotating amongst all PAs
§ Photograph surgical and fetal autopsy specimens when appropriate
§ Obtain and review relevant clinical history for surgical and fetal autopsy cases
§ Performs additional job-related duties as assigned
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
§ Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
§ Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
§ Ability to work independently while recognizing when collaboration or guidance is needed
§ Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and maintain focus
§ Maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission, and departmental quality standards
§ Basic PC skills including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new software systems
§ Collaborate effectively with all pathologists, laboratory personnel, and other healthcare professionals to support high-quality patient care and laboratory operations
QUALIFICATIONS
§ Graduation from a NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Program preferred
§ ASCP certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant or eligibility for certification, with plans to sit for the certification examination within one year
§ Previous experience preferred, new graduates are strongly encouraged to apply
§ Experience with Cerner Millennium Laboratory Information System is a plus
§ Familiarity with speech-recognition software is a plus (Fusion with possible migration to Dragon)
POSITION DETAILS
§ Schedule: Monday – Friday, daytime hours, with rotational coverage among our affiliated hospitals; specific schedules & hours are based on operational needs
§ Weekend Coverage: Rotational Saturday coverage, approximately 6-8 Saturdays per year
§ Call Requirements: No night call
§ Autopsy Responsibilities: Fetal autopsies only- rotating amongst all PAs; no adult autopsies
§ Training: No Pathologists’ students or residents
BENEFITS
§ 401k Retirement plan with employer matching
§ Profit sharing
§ Annual bonus & Christmas bonus
§ Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), plus 6 paid federal holidays
§ Annual continuing education conference with travel and meal expenses reimbursed
§ Professional memberships dues covered for AAPA and ASCP
§ Medical, dental and vision insurance with employer contributions
§ Long term disability, life. AD&D, and malpractice insurance
PRACTICE LOCATIONS
§ St. Joseph’s Hospital
§ St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital
§ St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital
§ St. Joseph’s Hospital South
§ St. Joseph’s Hospital North
§ South Florida Baptist Hospital
§ Winter Haven Hospital
§ Winter Haven Women’s Hospital
§ BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel
§ BayCare Laboratories, LLC (Esoteric Lab)
§ BayCare Hospital Manatee (1Q2028)
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae (CV), a cover letter outlining relevant experience and professional interests, and professional references to:
Lauren Edgington,
Practice Administrator
lauren.edgington@associatedpathology.com
with a copy to
Kristi Berlin, MHS, PA(ASCP)cm
Pathologists' Assistant, Manager
kristi.berlin@baycare.org
and
Sara Sarver, MHS, PA (ASCP)cm
Pathologists’ Assistant
Sara.Sarver@BayCare.org