Pathologists' Assistant Job at Medasource, Washington DC

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  • Medasource
  • Washington DC

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Provides anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of an anatomic pathologist. Performs a variety of tasks including gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens and performance of postmortem examinations. Additional roles may include biobanking, pathology resident education and training, as well as administrative and supervisory responsibilities.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Gross description, preparation and dissection of surgical specimens of human tissue
  • Preparations necessary for human post-mortem examinations
  • Instruction in anatomy and physiology
  • Education in gross pathology
  • Anatomical photography
  • Gross dissection skills of surgical specimens
  • Standard autopsy techniques
  • Participate in ongoing research
  • Obtain samples used for bio-specimen banking
  • May be required to perform other assigned duties, including administrative, supervisory, budgetary and teaching duties

VALUES BASED BEHAVIORS

  • Respect: Seek first to understand
  • Integrity: Do the right thing
  • Stewardship: Live lean
  • Excellence: Be your best/Act for safety’s sake
  • Collaboration:Team up
  • Kindness: Create warmth and comfort

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of proper specimen requirement for procedures to be performed, including tissues, fluids and patient diagnostic codes
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, specifically Histology and Cytology
  • Working knowledge of main frame computers, PCs and Laboratory Information Systems
  • Knowledge of safety precautions for working with biohazard, chemicals and sharps
  • Skill in good interpersonal, oral, and written communications, good grammar and spelling
  • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times
  • Ability to work with precision and attention to detail
  • Ability to demonstrate competency of relevant anatomic pathology skills
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Ability to set priorities and use good judgment
  • Ability to meet organization and departmental appearance standards on the job
  • Ability to adapt to and work effectively with constant change

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program or in a medical or scientific field; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
  • Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis
  • ASCP or equivalent certification required
  • Experience with Sunquest, CoPath, and Dragon(voice recognition transcription) preferred.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

  • Exposure to environmental, chemical and biohazards (e.g. fumes, odors, corrosives, carcinogens and infectious body fluids)
  • Repetitive hand motions, eye strain and back fatigue
  • Exposure to “sharps”
  • Sitting and standing for extended periods of time
  • Manual dexterity to include bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, pipetting and reaching
  • Visual acuity to read instruments, plot and calculate results, and distinguish colors

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