Pathologists' Assistant

1 month ago


Chicago, United States University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics (UI Health) Full time

Pathologists' Assistant

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics (UI Health) is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant. The Pathologists' Assistant is engaged in all phases of gross description and dissection of human tissue, surgical specimens, human postmortem examinations and provides instruction to residents.

Essential Responsibilities:

Gross Description and Dissection

  • Perform and dictate gross examination of biopsies and surgical specimens.
  • Perform grossing of nearly all biopsy specimens and as requested, assist residents in the grossing of surgical specimens. As directed, instruct residents in methods of gross examination.
  • Supervise the grossing room for compliance with environmental and biological hazards.
  • Maintain grossing and autopsy rooms properly stocked with necessary tools and materials.
  • Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation; label and store gross tissue specimens.
  • Procure and process specimens for tissue banking purposes.

Human Postmortem Examinations

  • Assist residents and faculty members in performing autopsies, including pre- and post-preparation of the bodies. Assist with eviscerations, gross anatomic dissection, and in obtaining appropriate sections for microscopic examination; assist in training of techniques and procedures to staff interns and residents.
  • Remove organs, portions of bone, or other samples of tissues for specialized study or research; collect special materials for decalcification and for toxicological, viral and bacteriological assays.
  • Maintain records; files x-rays; maintain facilities; label and store gross tissue obtained during autopsy.
  • Photograph specimen samples as appropriate for use in instruction and documentation. Maintain complete and accurate records of all gross photographs.

Student Instruction/Evaluation

  • Teach pathologist assistant students.
  • Assist with performance evaluations of staff members, residents, and fellows.
  • Write, document and maintain departmental procedures.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

 

Requirements include:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Masters of Health Science in Pathologists' Assistant or Master of Science in Pathologists' Assistant preferred.
  • Minimum of four (4) years' experience as a Pathologists' Assistant required.
  • Certification eligible or certification as a Pathologists Assistant preferred.
  • Must have an operational knowledge of Pathology systems (Systems currently interfaced with Sunquest and Pathnet include Patient Management, Gemini, Medipac, and Winstation software, as examples).

Salary & Benefits:

UI Health offers competitive benefit packages, including: vacation days, paid holidays, Floating Holidays, State University Retirement System, tuition waiver, tuition discount for dependents, and excellent medical, dental, and vision packages.

To Apply:

For consideration, please submit a complete application and supplemental resume by November 30, 2020.

jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=139212

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899



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