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Sonic Healthcare USA, Anatomic Pathology

Pathologist Assistant

Sonic Healthcare USA, Anatomic Pathology, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, 78417

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Overview

Location: Corpus Christi Days: Monday - Friday Hours: 8-5pm Full-time: Benefit Eligible We’re not just a workplace - we’re a Great Place to Work certified employer. Sonic Healthcare USA emphasizes teamwork and innovation and is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes as we advance health and wellbeing in our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. Essential Key Responsibilities

Assists quality by assuring appropriate specimen accession. Enhances data picture by obtaining clinical history as indicated. Prepares tissues for histologic processing by describing anatomic features and dissecting specimens. Obtains biological specimens for analysis and performs special procedures (tumor triage, coronary artery perfusion, faxitron, etc.). Photographs pertinent gross specimens and microscopic slides. Maintains administrative aspects of surgical pathology protocols and reports: filing reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides; ensure completion of coding. Assists in the preparation, performance and documentation of human postmortem examinations to aid diagnosis. Participates in Quality Management to improve quality. Troubleshoots problem cases as required to correct errors and assist pathologists with diagnoses. Maintains department staffing schedule to prevent gaps in function. Develops and maintains training programs to improve staff qualifications and quality of work. Conducts performance evaluations and recommends necessary actions. Education/Licensure/Certification

Bachelor in Laboratory Science. Successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Program. Experience

New graduates from an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program welcome. Requirements

Successful completion of a visual color discrimination test. Successful completion of annual continuing education units per state licensure and/or ASCP guidelines. Company

Sonic Anatomic Pathology We’ll Give You

Appreciation for your work A sense of satisfaction from helping people Opportunity to grow in your profession Free lab services for you and your dependents Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement savings with a 401(k) match A sense of belonging – we’re a community Security and Privacy

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on safeguards and must maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy and security standards. Access to PHI should be limited to job duties. Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift

1st Shift (United States of America) Job Category

Laboratory Operations Notes

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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