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TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: Y5036A APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. About the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its unified system of 23 health centers and four hospitals and an expanded network of community partner clinics, DHS annually provides direct care for over 500,000 patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $8.4 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov. Through academic affiliations with UCLA, USC, and CDU, DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians in Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, Housing for Health, and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a role in connecting vulnerable populations to supportive housing. Mission
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Definition and Responsibilities
Under the direction of a licensed pathologist, prepares and performs gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens and human postmortem examinations. Responsibilities include: Prepare surgical specimens for pathology gross examination, including macroscopic examination, measuring, weighing, inking margins, dissecting, and sectioning tissues. Obtain relevant clinical information, identify necessary techniques, describe gross anatomic features, dissect surgical specimens, and prepare tissue for histological examination. Obtain related clinical history (scans, x-rays, laboratory data) to direct processing of specimens. Obtain biological specimens for studies (e.g., flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry). Assist the Pathologist with rendering provisional gross anatomic diagnoses from observations during dissection. Perform frozen sectioning and staining for intraoperative consultation. Perform biomedical photography of specimens. Perform postmortem examinations including external examinations, in situ organ inspections, evisceration, dissection, and data recording. Move bodies and handle large surgical specimens as required. Update and maintain laboratory databases; order supplies for grossing and frozen section rooms. Fulfill administrative duties in the grossing room (coordination of specimen types, accessioning, holding times, inventory). Assist in troubleshooting workflow issues and recommend process improvements. Act as a preceptor and assist pathology residents and lab personnel; assist in organizing pathology conferences. Communicate with surgeons, pathologists, residents, and staff regarding orientation, gross findings, and margins. Assist in maintaining surgical pathology policies, protocols, procedures, and quality reports; participate in inspections and surveys for regulatory compliance. Assist in obtaining proper legal authorizations for autopsies and notify authorities for tissue sampling requests. Assist with receiving and processing cytology specimens as needed; perform accessioning of specimens as needed. Minimum Requirements
LICENSE:
Current certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Desirable Qualifications
Additional credit will be given for the following desirable qualification: Internship, shadowing, or work experience as a certified Pathology Assistant in an approved Pathology Department. Physical Class
Physical Class III - Moderate:
The incumbent stands or walks most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Information
Special Requirement Information:
Applicant must include a legible copy of their ASCP Pathologists’ Assistant certification with the application or email to jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from filing online. Examination Content:
Evaluation of education based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher to be placed on the eligible register. Eligibility Information
Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis. Those with a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register in order of their score group for 12 months. No person may compete more than once every 12 months. Special Information
Fair Chance Initiative:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Unless offered an contingent position, you will not be asked about conviction history. The County will assess the relevance of criminal history to the duties and consider mitigating factors. If asked, exempt records do not need disclosure. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County recognizes equality and is committed to promoting ARDI efforts in recruitment and employment practices. Vacancy Information
The eligible register will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Application and Filing Information
Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application on this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing. Verify your email address as needed. Applications received after 4:59 p.m. (PT) on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For notices, invitations, and non-acceptance notices, electronic delivery is used. Provide a valid email address and add jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to approved senders to avoid spam filters. Applicants should not share their user ID or password. All applicants must file online with their own credentials. For ADA assistance, contact ADA COORDINATOR at (323) 914-7111. California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922. Department contact: Jaquelyne Saldana, Exam Analyst, jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov, (Best way to contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000.
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TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: Y5036A APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. About the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its unified system of 23 health centers and four hospitals and an expanded network of community partner clinics, DHS annually provides direct care for over 500,000 patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $8.4 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov. Through academic affiliations with UCLA, USC, and CDU, DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians in Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, Housing for Health, and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a role in connecting vulnerable populations to supportive housing. Mission
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Definition and Responsibilities
Under the direction of a licensed pathologist, prepares and performs gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens and human postmortem examinations. Responsibilities include: Prepare surgical specimens for pathology gross examination, including macroscopic examination, measuring, weighing, inking margins, dissecting, and sectioning tissues. Obtain relevant clinical information, identify necessary techniques, describe gross anatomic features, dissect surgical specimens, and prepare tissue for histological examination. Obtain related clinical history (scans, x-rays, laboratory data) to direct processing of specimens. Obtain biological specimens for studies (e.g., flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry). Assist the Pathologist with rendering provisional gross anatomic diagnoses from observations during dissection. Perform frozen sectioning and staining for intraoperative consultation. Perform biomedical photography of specimens. Perform postmortem examinations including external examinations, in situ organ inspections, evisceration, dissection, and data recording. Move bodies and handle large surgical specimens as required. Update and maintain laboratory databases; order supplies for grossing and frozen section rooms. Fulfill administrative duties in the grossing room (coordination of specimen types, accessioning, holding times, inventory). Assist in troubleshooting workflow issues and recommend process improvements. Act as a preceptor and assist pathology residents and lab personnel; assist in organizing pathology conferences. Communicate with surgeons, pathologists, residents, and staff regarding orientation, gross findings, and margins. Assist in maintaining surgical pathology policies, protocols, procedures, and quality reports; participate in inspections and surveys for regulatory compliance. Assist in obtaining proper legal authorizations for autopsies and notify authorities for tissue sampling requests. Assist with receiving and processing cytology specimens as needed; perform accessioning of specimens as needed. Minimum Requirements
LICENSE:
Current certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Desirable Qualifications
Additional credit will be given for the following desirable qualification: Internship, shadowing, or work experience as a certified Pathology Assistant in an approved Pathology Department. Physical Class
Physical Class III - Moderate:
The incumbent stands or walks most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Information
Special Requirement Information:
Applicant must include a legible copy of their ASCP Pathologists’ Assistant certification with the application or email to jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from filing online. Examination Content:
Evaluation of education based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher to be placed on the eligible register. Eligibility Information
Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis. Those with a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register in order of their score group for 12 months. No person may compete more than once every 12 months. Special Information
Fair Chance Initiative:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Unless offered an contingent position, you will not be asked about conviction history. The County will assess the relevance of criminal history to the duties and consider mitigating factors. If asked, exempt records do not need disclosure. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County recognizes equality and is committed to promoting ARDI efforts in recruitment and employment practices. Vacancy Information
The eligible register will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Application and Filing Information
Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application on this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing. Verify your email address as needed. Applications received after 4:59 p.m. (PT) on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For notices, invitations, and non-acceptance notices, electronic delivery is used. Provide a valid email address and add jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to approved senders to avoid spam filters. Applicants should not share their user ID or password. All applicants must file online with their own credentials. For ADA assistance, contact ADA COORDINATOR at (323) 914-7111. California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922. Department contact: Jaquelyne Saldana, Exam Analyst, jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov, (Best way to contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000.
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