Pathologist Assistant

Pride Health is hiring a Pathology Assistant I to support our client’s medical facility based in Baltimore, MD 21229, USA is a 3-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Pathology Assistant I

Location: Baltimore, MD 21229

Duration: 3-4 Months

Pay rate: $34 - $40

Schedule M-F 8a- 5pm

*Pay rate is based on years of experience and educational qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Job Duties/Responsibilities: Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines. Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and procedures. Assist other areas rotations within the department with specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has been completed. Ensure a professional environment is maintained. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and work to correct or report the problem. Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the assigned duties. Knowledge of hazardous waste management. Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne pathogens. Experience cutting frozen sections is desired. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related science. Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology is highly preferred. No experience required with the completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program. Experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred. Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus. Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes. Strong communication skills; both written and verbal. High level of attention detail along with strong organizational skills. Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection measures. Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position. Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.