Pathology Assistant

Position #: 24000CI6
Position: Pathology Assistant
UH Facility: Cleveland Medical Center
Shift: Evenings
Status: Full-time
Work Days of Week: M-F, Rotating Weekends

City: Cleveland

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At University Hospitals, everything we do is focused on helping patients and their families achieve optimal health, realize improved quality of life, and get back to what’s most important in their lives.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where the best allied health professionals and support staff can learn, grow and make a real, positive impact on all those we serve. An allied health career with University Hospitals provides the opportunity for you to Be the Difference.

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Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

$6k sign on bonus

Position Summary

Independently prepares any complex and routine patient specimen for processing and special procedures by describing, measuring, dissecting and weighing specimens and entering specimen information into the computer. Organizes and performs tasks efficiently to meet departmental turnaround time standards and accommodate patient care needs. Collaborates with supervisory staff to achieve departmental goals, improve service, quality, cost effectiveness and adherence to regulatory guidelinesPerforms duties relative to preparing surgical specimens for examination by the pathologist and assists in the preparation and performance of human postmortem examinations.

Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s Degree Of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant Required
Bachelor’s Degree From an accredited training program for Pathologists’ Assistant Required or
In a biological science (prior to 2005) Required

Work Experience

Previous experience Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Basic knowledge of human anatomy; Required
microsurgical techniques; Required
pathologic disease processes; Required
understanding of safety and infection control requirements of position. Required
Skills in obtaining/preparing tissue for evaluation; Required
written and verbal communication, computer operation, organization, prioritizing, problem solving, time management, decision making. Required
Ability to provide assistance to pathologists in a timely and quality manner; Required
use and maintain pathology equipment appropriately; Required
utilize good judgment; Required
prepare and maintain records, use electronic communications tools and software. Required

Licenses and Certifications

Pathologist Assistant (PA-ASCP) or eligible Required

Additional Licenses and Certifications

or eligible Required

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

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It is the policy of University Hospitals to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions or other conditions of employment are all made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status in accordance with Federal and Ohio law. A qualified individual with a disability will be considered for employment on the same basis as non- disabled applicants if he/she can perform the essential functions of the job sought, with or without a reasonable accommodation, and without imposing a direct threat to the health or safety of others or him/herself. EEO is the Law

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