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Penn Medicine Pathologist Assistant I - Full Time Days at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Pennsylvania Hospital is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join the team. This is a full time, day shift opportunity.
Summary:
- Employee maintains accession records necessary to confirm specimen/result identity; assists pathologists and residents in processing, dissection, and description of gross anatomic findings of submitted specimens in accordance with established procedures; performs computer data entry and verification procedures; reports to Supervisor and performs duties as assigned.
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
Responsible for maintaining adequate staffing on all three shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures
Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization
Credentials:
- PA Certification by a minimum standards exam, such as the Board of Certification (ASCP) or equivalent, or eligible to take such an exam (Preferred)
Education or Equivalent Experience:
Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)
Education Specialization: Biological, Chemical Sciences or health science related field.
Master of Arts or Science - Education Specialization: Pathology Assistant (Preferred)
1+ years 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)
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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