Travel Pathology Assistant
Griffin, GA
Care Career
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Pathologist Assistant II – Job Breakdown

1. Position Details

• Job Title: Pathologist Assistant II
• Department: Laboratory – Anatomical Pathology
• Shift: Day shift
• Shift Duration: 8 hours

• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week

   

2. Job Overview

A Pathologist Assistant II works under the supervision of a licensed pathologist. The main responsibility is to examine, dissect, describe, and prepare surgical specimens for histopathology processing.

The role also involves assisting with autopsies, maintaining pathology equipment, supporting quality control activities, and documenting specimens.

3. Key Responsibilities

Surgical Specimen Handling

• Perform gross examination of surgical specimens.
• Dissect surgical specimens.
• Prepare detailed descriptions of specimens.
• Prepare specimens for histopathology processing.

Autopsy Assistance

- Assist with or independently perform dissection and gross description of autopsies, as required.

Laboratory Equipment

• Maintain and operate pathology laboratory equipment.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Photograph specimens and maintain photographic equipment.

Quality Control & Administration

- Assist with administration and management of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities within Anatomical Pathology.

Documentation & Computer Skills

• Accession specimens using laboratory computer systems.
• Maintain accurate specimen information and documentation.
• Additional computer skills are considered valuable.

4. Required Skills

• Gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens.
• Specimen description and preparation.
• Histopathology specimen processing knowledge.
• Autopsy assistance and dissection knowledge.
• Pathology equipment maintenance and operation.
• Specimen photography.
• QA/QC knowledge.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills for specimen accessioning.

6. Work Environment & Reporting

• Department: Anatomical Pathology / Laboratory.
• Works alongside and assists licensed pathologists.
• Reports to the Laboratory Director of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Must be comfortable working independently and within a team.