What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Pathologist Assistant position at Kaiser Permanente?
Job Summary:
Assists the Anatomic Pathologists by performing grossing of specimens (e.g. large surgical, biopsies and dermatology) and autopsies.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Grosses anatomic pathology specimens accurately and within established deadlines. Cuts and mounts tissue for frozen section diagnosis by the Pathologist.
- Assures the cost effective and productive use of lab resources. Develops budget to meet appropriate service levels. Involves staff in generation of work improvement ideas. Continually evaluates lab work flow/production and staffing for potential improvements.
- Performs autopsies with minimal supervision by the anatomic pathologist. Removes organs and assists with dissection. Trains designated staff to assist with autopsies. Organizes and assures adequate equipment and supplies in the morgue. Develops morgue procedural manual.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum five (5) years of related experience.
Education
- Bachelors degree AND certification from a pathologists assistant program from an accredited school; Concurrent enrollment in higher education working towards a Masters degree.
License, Certification, Registration
- Pathologist's Assistant Certificate within 6 months of hire
Additional Requirements:
- Knowledgeable about all areas/departments of anatomic pathology, regulatory requirements, quality control, instrument maintenance.
- Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year documented work experience as a pathologists assistant.
- Masters degree or a minimum two (2) years of experience in a directly related field.
