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BJC lists this Pathologist Assistant opportunity in st louis, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pathologist Assistant
Join our team at Barnes Jewish Hospital to make a direct impact on patient care and operations.
Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week, M-F, Rotating Weekends
Evening Shift: 11:30am-8pm
Perks: Benefits Eligible
Location: Barnes Jewish Hospital
Minimum Requirement:
Master's degree in Pathologist Assistant Studies
2-5 years experience
Overview
Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Role Purpose
This position provides Anatomic Pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. The Pathologists' Assistant works independently using the medical knowledge to perform human specimen examination for diagnosis and patient treatment. The Pathologists' Assistant functions in support of and as an adjunct to the physicians in Pathology.
Responsibilities
Specimen Processing: Prepare, describe, dissect, and photograph surgical tissue specimens; ensure accurate accessioning and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
Technical and Frozen Section Support: Assist with frozen section procedures, including tissue cutting, slide staining, and specimen transport.
Research & Tissue Banking: Identify and collect normal and tumor tissue samples for the Tumor Bank to support both clinical care and research initiatives.
Education & Professional Development: Contribute to training of residents and PA students; participate in ongoing education and professional development through programs, workshops, and literature review.
Quality Assurance & Professional Development: Ensure equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and supply levels; uphold departmental policies and standards, and actively participate in educational and professional development activities.
Minimum Requirements
Education
Master's Degree
PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT STUDIES
Experience
2-5 years
Supervisor Experience
No Experience
Preferred Requirements
Experience: 5-10 years
Licenses & Certifications
ASCP
Benefits and Legal Statement
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At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
401(k) plan with BJC match
Tuition Assistance available on first day
BJC Institute for Learning and Development
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.
*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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