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Physician / Tennessee / Locum or Permanent / Certified Pathologist Assistant Job

Physician / Tennessee / Locum or Permanent / Certified Pathologist Assistant Job

Cross Country HealthcareNashville, TN, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Certified Pathologists' Assistant (PA) Job Description

Overview :

A Certified Pathologists Assistant (PA) is a highly trained allied health professional who provides anatomic pathology services under the supervision of a licensed pathologist. PAs play a vital role in the diagnosis and treatment of disease by performing gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens, and assisting in postmortem examinations.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform gross dissection and description of surgical specimens, including complex oncology cases, in accordance with laboratory protocols.

Assist with and / or independently perform autopsies, including evisceration, dissection, and documentation of findings.

Photograph specimens and maintain proper documentation and labeling for diagnostic, legal, and educational purposes.

Ensure accurate specimen identification and chain of custody.

Prepare specimens for histological processing and assist in tissue banking procedures when required.

Maintain compliance with laboratory safety procedures, CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory standards.

Collaborate closely with pathologists, histotechnologists, and other laboratory staff to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Participate in QA / QC activities and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Assist in training new staff or pathology residents as needed.

Qualifications :

Master s degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists Assistant program.

Certification by the ASCP Board of Certification (PA-ASCP) required.

Experience with grossing surgical specimens and conducting autopsies preferred.

Strong understanding of anatomy, medical terminology, and pathology laboratory procedures.

Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

Proficient with LIS systems and digital pathology tools.

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