Pathologist Assistant

1 month ago

Las Vegas, United States Deans Professional Services Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Dean’s Professional Services is now hiring a qualifiedPathologist Assistantto work in a Lab Facilityin Las Vegas, NV.


We are on a mission to create care that is more convenient and professional. With solutions that are value-based and patient-centered. To accomplish this, we are looking for individuals who share our sense of excellence and are ready to embrace new opportunities


ThePathologist Assistantis responsible for performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area, including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues. The individual will be responsible for conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.



Job Duties :

  • Assist the department manager/supervisor with the day-to-day operations of the surgical pathology area. Help to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of services provided by the grossing staff.
  • Capable of performing all the duties/responsibilities as authorized by the laboratory director/technical supervisor.
  • Perform gross examination and dissection of large, complex complicated specimens in preparation for Histologic processing. Typically, hospital-based, whole-organ specimens
  • Provide technical instructions, training, and guidance to pathologist assistance/grossing technicians, students, and lab assistants in techniques, instrumentation, and organization of work
  • May be responsible for orientation, training, and training verification of newly hired grossing staff
  • May perform new hire QC for pathologist assistants, grossing technicians, and any histotechs performing gross examination.
  • May administer competency assessment, including direct observation, to grossing staff
  • May assist with establishing the level of supervision (direct vs indirect) for each specimen type for everyone performing gross
  • Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, cover slipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of FNA specimens
  • Ensure compliance with all corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards
  • Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations
  • Perform troubleshooting when necessary and have the ability to exercise independent judgement, if required.
  • Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director
  • Coordinate and monitor workflow
  • May act as a key contact person for pathologist, grossing, and histology staff to identify problem areas and recommend changes to workflow
  • May be responsible for monitoring HPAP as needed
  • May participate in the development and/or monitoring of quality indicators for the QMP
  • Follow the laboratory’s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities
  • Comply with Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements for grossing personnel as well as those required to maintain state licensure and/or CMP
  • Other duties, as assigned by the supervisor



Job Requirements:

  • High School Diploma – Required
  • Bachelor's degree – Required
  • Meet all requirements for non-pathologists performing gross tissue examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493, 1489 – Required
  • Current state licensure – Required
  • Must have an ASCP PA certification and be able to provide a copy – Required
  • Master’s degree – Preferred
  • 1-year surgical gross experience, including large complex/complicated specimens –Preferred
  • NAACLS-approved pathologist assistant training program – Preferred



Job Details

  • Schedule: 4:30 pm – 12:30 am
  • Starting at $76/hr. (based on experience) + benefits.
  • Full benefits – healthcare, dental, vision, 401k program.
  • Temp-to-Hire opportunity


Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing solutions firm. Since 1993, DPS has placed over 45,000 professionals across the nation. We work with our clients to provide placement opportunities that match your skill, experience, and personality. For more information please visitwww.deansprofessionalservices.com.

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