Pathologist's Assistant
Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford Hospital

Pathologist's Assistant - Detroit, Michigan

Job Summary

The Pathologist's Assistant provides services in Anatomic Pathology as part of a team under the supervision of a qualified Pathologist. Responsibilities include assisting in human post-mortem examinations and surgical specimen examinations.

Essential Functions

• Assist in preparation and performance of human surgical specimen examinations, including gross description, dissection, and selection/submission of tissue sections for microscopic examination (frozen and permanent).
• Accession specimens and ensure proper identification according to surgical pathology policies.
• Prepare containers and tissue cassettes.
• Provide technical training and credentialing support to residents; assess resident competency.
• Perform gross photography of specimens and maintain related files.
• Responsible for tumor procurement for biorepository and related documentation.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities, focusing on specimen identification, frozen sections, and maintenance of instruments and refrigerators.
• Manage inventory and ordering of supplies for frozen section room and surgical pathology lab.
• Select gross tissue and extremities for disposal after report finalization.
• Perform autopsies, including external examination, organ inspection, evisceration, dissection, tissue submission, and documentation.
• Assist with other related duties as assigned.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong customer service skills.
• Self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
• Demonstrates initiative, willingness to learn, and ability to instruct others.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Open to new learning experiences.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree from a regionally accredited college/university.

Certifications & Licensure

• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologist's Assistant program OR
• PA (ASCP) Certification.

Years of Experience

• Not explicitly stated; assume entry-level to moderate experience based on education and certification requirements.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not required.