Pathologists' Assistant - Surgical Pathology Lab @ HUP

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) is looking for a Pathologists' Assistant (Full Time/Evening Shift) to the join the team!

Responsibilities:

• Maintains accession records according to established procedures; Correctly accessions, labels, fixes and directs specimens received in the gross room; Determines when and what action is required to ensure accuracy in the processing of surgical pathology specimens; Performs grossing with description and dissection that is clear, concise and complete.
• Enhances efficiency, production, and output with appropriate task prioritization; Ensures specimen receipt with identification verification procedures; Evaluates specimen condition while maintaining specimen integrity; Coordinates accession activities with the clerical staff along with other professional staff; Performs quality audits as required.
• Ensures that proper supplies are available and maintains clean, sterile working area; Keeps supplies at acceptable levels; Maintains instruments at top performance; Performs PM according to manufacturer’s recommendation and department policy.
• Performs duties in an independent manner; Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed; Regularly helps others; Willingly accepts and performs new or added tasks as assigned by the supervisor; Consistently reports to supervisor any suggestions or positive changes / recommendations to departmental policies / procedures; Strives to always put time to good use.
• Works well with supervisors and those in authority; Works at establishing a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all members of the laboratory; Maintains a positive rapport with medical staff and hospital personnel; Communicates in a highly professional manner at all times.
• Complies with Hospital and Laboratory Safety Requirements; Reports hazards to the Safety Office or Supervisor when found; Completes mandatory in-services on or before the due date.

Credentials:

• PA Certification by a minimum standards exam, such as the Board of Certification (ASCP) or equivalent, or 5 years of experience as a Pathology Assistant for a Pathologists' Assistant II (Required)
• Candidates that do not hold a PA Certification and have less than 5 years of experience will be hired as a Pathologists' Assistant I

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in biological, chemical sciences or health science related field
• Master's Degree for Pathology Assistant (Preferred)
• 1+ years of experience as a Pathology Assistant in an appropriate setting is desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of gross and surgical anatomy, dissection technique, histologic processing methods and nomenclature. (Preferred)
• Prior experience with Laboratory Information Systems (Preferred)