What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathology Assistant -Per Diem-Days position at Torrance Memorial?
Description
Under the direction and supervision of a Pathologist, the Pathologists' Assistant performs gross description and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens.
Core Competencies
Performs gross description and dissection of human surgical specimen.Obtains appropriate clinical histories for surgical specimens.Processes surgical specimens.Exhibits good judgment in selecting appropriate tissue sections for histologic processingPrepares frozen sections for Pathologists to render a diagnosisAssists in establishing new work methods and procedures.Assists in training and orienting new employees.Performs clerical and computer-related documentation accurately.Disposes chemical and laboratory waste according to established procedures.Performs preventative maintenance on equipment, documents PM appropriately, makes minor repairs and immediately contacts appropriate personnel for problems requiring repairs that are more complex. Follows-up to ensure repairs are completed.Prepares specimens for transport to reference laboratory or storage.Labels reagents and supplies with appropriate information.Receives, restocks, delivers supplies, and notifies appropriate personnel of potential and/or actual stock shortages while maintaining appropriate inventory to ensure all required work can be performed.Maintains inventory of supplies.Demonstrates an active problem solving attitude & positive approach to all aspects of job
Maintains safe work area by observing all safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices to the appropriate personnel.Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (kaizens, lean initiatives) when appropriate.
Education
DegreeProgramBachelorsN/AAdditional Information
Recent Pathology Assistant Experience
PA (ASCP) Board of Registry to be acquired within six months of hire.
License / Certification Requirements
ASCP certification or equivalent eligibility.
Compensation Range:
$91.38 / Hour
Under the direction and supervision of a Pathologist, the Pathologists' Assistant performs gross description and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens.
Core Competencies
Performs gross description and dissection of human surgical specimen.Obtains appropriate clinical histories for surgical specimens.Processes surgical specimens.Exhibits good judgment in selecting appropriate tissue sections for histologic processingPrepares frozen sections for Pathologists to render a diagnosisAssists in establishing new work methods and procedures.Assists in training and orienting new employees.Performs clerical and computer-related documentation accurately.Disposes chemical and laboratory waste according to established procedures.Performs preventative maintenance on equipment, documents PM appropriately, makes minor repairs and immediately contacts appropriate personnel for problems requiring repairs that are more complex. Follows-up to ensure repairs are completed.Prepares specimens for transport to reference laboratory or storage.Labels reagents and supplies with appropriate information.Receives, restocks, delivers supplies, and notifies appropriate personnel of potential and/or actual stock shortages while maintaining appropriate inventory to ensure all required work can be performed.Maintains inventory of supplies.Demonstrates an active problem solving attitude & positive approach to all aspects of job
Maintains safe work area by observing all safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices to the appropriate personnel.Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (kaizens, lean initiatives) when appropriate.
Education
DegreeProgramBachelorsN/AAdditional Information
Recent Pathology Assistant Experience
PA (ASCP) Board of Registry to be acquired within six months of hire.
License / Certification Requirements
ASCP certification or equivalent eligibility.
Compensation Range:
$91.38 / Hour
Salary : $91
