About this opportunity
Mayo Clinic lists this Pathologist Assistant - Pathology opportunity in jacksonville, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Why Mayo Clinic
nMayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans ( - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
nBenefits Highlights
nnnMedical: Multiple plan options.
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nnDental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
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nnVision: Affordable plan with national network.
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nnPre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
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nnRetirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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n nResponsibilities
nResponsible for the 'Gross' examination of all routine tissues; processing frozen section specimens for the Pathologist; provides dissection assistance in the Frozen Section Laboratory after the case has initially been assessed by the Pathologist; primary prosector for autopsies, responsible for dissection and dictation for autopsy cases.
nThis position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program
nQualifications
nGraduate of an Approved Pathologists' Assistant Program or an equivalent of the Pathology Assistant-type of work experience.
nAdditional Skills and Qualifications:
nMust possess technical and operational knowledge of the Frozen Section Lab and pathology procedures for gross examination of all routine tissues. Must have adequate use of both hands. Must be able to distinguish color. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to handle contact with deceased patients. Must be able to use a microscope and handle clinical instrumentation. Must be able to tolerate exposure to chemical vapors from formaldehyde, acids, bases, and alcohol. Must be able to tolerate (low level) exposure to Ionizing radiation, such as Technesium and Prostatic Seeds, (Gamma Radiation). Must be able to tolerate exposure to microwaves. Must be able to tolerate exposure to infection hazards such as blood borne pathogens and CJD. Must be able to handle skin contact with solvents and other chemicals such as, cleanser, 10% bleach, and chemical reagents. Must be able to work around machinery with moving parts. Must be able to work with immunosuppressed patients, particularly CJD, and frozen section specimens.
nLicense or Certification:
nASCP board of registry certification and current with ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program
nExemption Status
nExempt
nCompensation Detail
n$111,508-$167,273 per year
nBenefits Eligible
nYes
nSchedule
nFull Time
nHours/Pay Period
n80
nSchedule Details
nMonday- Friday 7:30-4:00, rotating shifts as needed
nWeekend Schedule
nNA at this time
nInternational Assignment
nNo
nSite Description
nJust as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (
nEqual Opportunity
nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" ( . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify ( and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
nRecruiter
nRhonda Wilson
nEqual opportunity
nAs an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Worksite address
jacksonville, FL, 32290, US
Who can apply
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