MD Anderson Cancer Center
Job Summary
The Pathologists' Assistant role supports the surgical pathology and autopsy laboratories at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
Key Functions
Performs gross description and dissection of tissues removed at surgery, including selection and submission of specimens for histological, microbiological, immunological and other specialized testing.
Reviews and summarizes relevant patient information and verifies proper documentation has been obtained for tissue use in research.
Provides patient medical history to the pathologist.
Participates in the education of technical staff, surgical pathology fellows and residents regarding tissue grossing techniques.
Maintains patient and procedure data relative to workload and quality assurance of section operations.
Ensures compliance with accrediting agencies for pathology laboratory activities, including documentation of competency testing.
Assists section management with oversight of operations and personnel in the surgical pathology and autopsy laboratories by directing workflow issues relative to the collection of patient tissue.
Education & Experience
Required: Graduation from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program.
Bachelor's Degree in Biological sciences or allied health sciences.
Required: No experience required if graduated from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program.
Required: 3 years experience performing gross examination and evaluation of human surgical and/or autopsy specimens with a Bachelor's degree.
Licenses & Certifications
Required: PA(ASCP) – Pathologists' Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) within 180 days.
Additional Responsibilities This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
Benefits MD Anderson offers medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
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Key Functions
Performs gross description and dissection of tissues removed at surgery, including selection and submission of specimens for histological, microbiological, immunological and other specialized testing.
Reviews and summarizes relevant patient information and verifies proper documentation has been obtained for tissue use in research.
Provides patient medical history to the pathologist.
Participates in the education of technical staff, surgical pathology fellows and residents regarding tissue grossing techniques.
Maintains patient and procedure data relative to workload and quality assurance of section operations.
Ensures compliance with accrediting agencies for pathology laboratory activities, including documentation of competency testing.
Assists section management with oversight of operations and personnel in the surgical pathology and autopsy laboratories by directing workflow issues relative to the collection of patient tissue.
Education & Experience
Required: Graduation from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program.
Bachelor's Degree in Biological sciences or allied health sciences.
Required: No experience required if graduated from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program.
Required: 3 years experience performing gross examination and evaluation of human surgical and/or autopsy specimens with a Bachelor's degree.
Licenses & Certifications
Required: PA(ASCP) – Pathologists' Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) within 180 days.
Additional Responsibilities This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
Benefits MD Anderson offers medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
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