Job Summary
Pathology Assistant, Pathology Assistant. The position performs gross dissection of simple and complex surgical specimens in an independent laboratory setting. Responsibilities include tissue submission for microscopic analysis, special stains, and ancillary testing; collaboration with pathology staff; and dictation of gross findings using appropriate terminology.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: At least 2 years of experience performing gross dissection of simple and complex anatomic tissue specimens; successful completion of a certified Pathologists Assistant program; Certified Pathologists Assistant certification through ASCP; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC); active license required for submission.
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; occasional 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. coverage may be required; 8-hour shifts; minimum 40 hours per week; no call.
- Additional Information: Duties include triage and preparation of complex surgical specimens for gross examination, submission of tissue for microscopic analysis and ancillary testing, collaboration with pathology staff to determine appropriate specimen workflow, and dictation of gross findings. The position does not include frozen sections or autopsies. Experience with CoPath Plus LIS, LigoLab LIS, and voice recognition dictation software is preferred. Orientation includes training on laboratory information systems, voice recognition software, and dictation templates. Gray scrubs or business casual attire is required.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
