Pathology Assistant
Grand Forks, ND
GlobalPoint
5x8 hrs, Days

Pathology Assistant

Facility: Altru Hospital – Altru Health System
Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota 58201
Contract Term: 13 Weeks
Shift: 5 Days × 8 Hours
Schedule: 40 Hours/Week
Facility Rate: $95/Hour 

Required Documents & Qualifications

Most recent updated resume required.
Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant Program required.
ASCP certification required, or must be ASCP exam-ready with certification obtained before the start date.
Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
Prior grossing experience preferred.
Pathologists' Assistant certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required before start date.
Strong knowledge of surgical pathology procedures and specimen processing.
Ability to perform surgical specimen dissections, including simple to complex specimens.
Experience performing frozen sections and maintaining cryostats preferred.
Strong gross description dictation and documentation skills.
Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, and laboratory safety procedures.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively with pathologists, providers, and laboratory staff.

Job Responsibilities

Assist pathologists in the preparation and performance of surgical specimen and frozen section dissections.
Perform surgical specimen dissection on simple to complex specimens.
Prepare quality tissue samples for routine histology studies and specialized testing.
Obtain pathologist input for accurate gross specimen analysis when necessary.
Perform frozen sections and maintain cryostats.
Dictate complete and accurate gross descriptions of specimens.
Maintain accurate patient identification on all specimens processed for microscopic examination.
Communicate effectively with pathologists and healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate result reporting.
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of the surgical pathology grossing area and morgue.
Dispose of tissues and reagents according to established standard operating procedures.
Perform, interpret, and report tests within validated competency and established procedures.
Recognize discrepancies in test results and take appropriate corrective action.
Perform and document quality control and routine preventive maintenance activities.
Maintain gross bench procedure manuals and support CAP compliance requirements.
Participate in quality assurance and quality control monitoring.
Troubleshoot instruments and assist with laboratory problem-solving activities.
Perform additional departmental duties as needed to support laboratory operations and patient care.