What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathologists Assistant position at Austin Pathology Associates?
Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. The Pathologist Assistant role assists in the performance of surgical pathology services. Location: Tyler, TX 75701 Days: Monday - Friday Full-time: Benefit Eligible Essential Key Responsibilities: Assists quality by assuring appropriate specimen accession. Enhances data picture by obtaining clinical history as indicated. Prepares tissues for histologic processing by describing anatomic features, dissecting specimens. Obtains biological specimens for analysis (viral and blood cultures, toxilogical material, etc.) and perform special procedures (tumor triage, coronary artery perfusion, faxitron, etc.) Photographs pertinent gross specimens and microscopic slides. Performs duties relating to the administrative maintenance of surgical pathology protocols and reports on data: File reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides; Assure completion of coding. Enhances understanding and diagnosis accuracy by assisting in the preparation, performance and documentation of human postmortem examinations. Participates in corporate Quality Management Committee to ensure a consistent and constant focus on improvement in quality. Performs troubleshooting of problem cases as required to correct any errors and assist the Pathologists with producing accurate diagnoses. Maintains department staffing schedule to ensure no gaps in function. Develops, conducts and maintains relevant training programs to increase the staff’s qualifications and ability to consistently produce high quality work in a timely manner. Conducts performance evaluations and makes recommendations for necessary disciplinary actions. Education/Licensure/Certification: Bachelor of Science or Masters Pathologist Assistant program from a NCCLS accredited institution 1 year of laboratory experience grossing all tissue types from simple to complex Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists BOC Experience: New graduates from an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program welcome. Requirements: Successful completion of a visual color discrimination test. Successful completion of annual continuing education units per state licensure and/or ASCP guidelines. Company: Sonic Anatomic Pathology Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Job Category: Laboratory Operations Company: Austin Pathology Associates Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. About Sonic Healthcare USA Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US- based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve. For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.