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The name you know. The doctors you trust. Georgetown University Hospital is consistently ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

Position Summary: The incumbent in this position performs a variety of functions as pertains to the performance of autopsies and the autopsy suite. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital´s philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.Required Education/Training: High School Graduate or equivalent (GED). AA degree in histology, cytology, gross anatomy and physiology or related science preferred.Required Experience: Incumbent can be trained on the job. Previous experience as an autopsy assistant or histotechnologist desirable. Must be able to learn or have basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, instrumentation and legal aspect of consent for performing autopsies. Good interpersonal skills. Mature individual able to be empathetic to the needs of bereaved families/significant others.

You will be responsible for accurate description of specimens, correct dissection for microscopic diagnosis and dictation of findings for pathologists review. - A minimum of 1 year experience required. - Prefer a degree from a NACCL-accredited Pathologist´s Assistant program. - AAPA Fellowship/ASCP also preferred. - Applicants without a degree must be able to provide documentation showing eligibility under CLIA requirements for high complexity testing. Benefits include medical, dental, Short and Long Term Disability insurance, a matched 401K plan and more! Hours for the position are Monday Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.EOEDon´t Follow the Leader! Join the Leader!

Accept the Challenge-Make a Difference with the University of Florida Jacksonville Healthcare. Inc.

A Pathology Assistant has passed the AAPA Fellowship exam and will be willing to obtain national certification when it is offered, and under administrative direction, provides patient care services through triage and accessioning of anatomic pathology specimens, and dissection of surgical pathology specimens. Educates students, house staff and allied health personnel. Advances medical science through participation in applied research as well as the development, improvement and implementation of new procedures. Is responsible, under the direction of the associate Chair of Department of Pathology for consultation and participation in activities relating to planning and implementation of procedures designed to enhance gross pathology and autopsy services. Triage, assuring appropriate specimen accessioning, distribution and handling and dissection of AP specimens Obtain pertinent clinical information and history, including scans, x-rays, laboratory data, etc. -Describing gross anatomic features of surgical specimens, preparing tissues for histological processing, obtaining biological samples such as blood, tissue and toxicological material for studies such as flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry, etc., and performing special procedures including -faxitron imaging and tumor triage. Preparing and submitting appropriate tissue sections for light microscopy (routine processing) as well as special procedures such as frozen section, electron microscopy and immuneflourescence microscopy -May perform those procedures for which they are qualified to perform by training and which fall within the normal scope of practice of the supervising physician -Responsible for developing and maintaining protocols for all AP specimens and autopsy services, including interaction with other clinical services as appropriate -Ensures that specimens meet all labeling standards for accrediting agencies such as JCAHO and CAP and maintains various operations manuals as required -Participates in quality assurance activities -Maintains departmental statistics as required. Uses computer to access/enter-needed data -Assists in issues related to HIPPA, (patient confidentiality) and billing compliance -Consults with other staff as necessary -Assisting in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences. -Maintains adequate supplies and functional equipment in the grossing room and responsible for inventory management, cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite. -Secondary Functions The performance of administrative, budgetary, supervisory, teaching, and other such duties as may be appropriate and assigned -Experience Successfully completed the American Association of Pathologists Assistants fellowship exam and must be willing to achieve national certification when this examination is established and available. -Education and Certifications Graduate of AAPA approved Pathology Assistant training program or passed AAPA exam or more than 10 years experience working at an Anatomic Pathology Laboratory performing the functions of a Pathology Assistant.

A Pathology Assistant has passed the AAPA Fellowship exam and will be willing to obtain national certification when it is offered, and under administrative direction, provides patient care services through triage and accessioning of anatomic pathology specimens, and dissection of surgical pathology specimens. Educates students, house staff and allied health personnel. Advances medical science through participation in applied research as well as the development, improvement and implementation of new procedures. Is responsible, under the direction of the associate Chair of Department of Pathology for consultation and participation in activities relating to planning and implementation of procedures designed to enhance gross pathology and autopsy services.-Triage, assuring appropriate specimen accessioning, distribution and handling and dissection of AP specimens-Obtain pertinent clinical information and history, including scans, x-rays, laboratory data, etc.-Describing gross anatomic features of surgical specimens, preparing tissues for histological processing, obtaining biological samples such as blood, tissue and toxicological material for studies such as flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry, etc., and performing special procedures including faxitron imaging and tumor triage.-Preparing and submitting appropriate tissue sections for light microscopy (routine processing) as well as special procedures such as frozen section, electron microscopy and immuneflourescence microscopy-May perform those procedures for which they are qualified to perform by training and which fall within the normal scope of practice of the supervising physician-Responsible for developing and maintaining protocols for all AP specimens and autopsy services, including interaction with other clinical services as appropriate-Ensures that specimens meet all labeling standards for accrediting agencies such as JCAHO and CAP and maintains various operations manuals as required-Participates in quality assurance activities-Maintains departmental statistics as required. Uses computer to access/enter-needed data-Assists in issues related to HIPPA, (patient confidentiality) and billing compliance-Consults with other staff as necessary-Assisting in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences.-Maintains adequate supplies and functional equipment in the grossing room and responsible for inventory management, cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite.Secondary Functions:The performance of administrative , budgetary, supervisory, teaching and other such duties as may be appropriate and assignedSKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCEKnowledge of grossing protocols, accessioning and triageKnowledge of standard autopsy practice Maintains effective communication between technical staff, residents and facultyAbility to make responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner;Knowledge of quality assurance measures and continuous quality improvement techniques Ability to work collaboratively with all members of health care team and other clinical servicesExperience:Successfully completed the American Association of Pathologists Assistants fellowship exam and must be willing to achieve national certification when this examination is established and available.Education and Certifications:Graduate of AAPA approved Pathology Assistant training program or passed AAPA exam or more than 10 years experience working at an Anatomic Pathology Laboratory performing the functions of a Pathology Assistant. In return for your skills we offer:Paid time off (18 days) + 9 holidaysHealth/life/dental/vision insuranceRetirementAnd many more lucrative benefits

Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children´s Hospital, located in Providence, RI, offers you the opportunity to practice your profession in a world-class facility.

RIH is the states largest general acute care hospital, the regions Level I Trauma Center, and the largest teaching hospital for The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.Under the general supervision of the Lead Pathologists Assistant and attending pathologist, prepares surgical and autopsy specimens for microscopic examination, which includes gross description and dissection. Assists in the performance of postmortem examinations.Processes surgical pathology specimens including properly fixing, cutting, photographing, and sectioning of surgical specimens, including frozen sections and utilization of the laboratory information system according to standard operating policies and procedures.Performs postmortem examination under the supervision of the pathologist and assists medical students in performing autopsies.Works closely with residents and medical students, orienting and teaching.Maintains inventory and equipment including preventative maintenance tasks.Notifies in a timely manner either the chief resident, fellow, Director of Surgical Pathology or Director of the residents program when work is beginning to back up.Ensures a clean and safe work environment by maintaining adequate supplies and instruments and monitoring the cleanliness of work-stations, including frozen section area. Ensures equipment is in good working order.Monitors hours and activities of grossing staff.Performs other duties as assigned, such as accessioning, billing, and coding.Requirements:Bachelors Degree in biology and successful completion of an accredited pathologists assistant program. Pathologists Assistant certification preferred.Professional knowledge and very high level of analytical ability to perform postmortem and tissue examinations interpret findings and determine data to be forwarded to pathologist. Knowledge of anatomic pathology computer system functions. Ability to conduct gross dissection procedures utilizing surgical instruments.Written communication skills to prepare case summaries and interpretations, and reports of laboratory activities.Experience:Three to six months job related experience to become familiar with a variety of procedures, techniques and equipment used in performing activities.