About this opportunity
Quest Diagnostics lists this Pathologists Assistant opportunity in greensboro, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Job Description
Pathologists Assistant - Greensboro, NC, Monday to Friday, 7:00 PM to 3:30 AM. The pathologist assistant position is intended for individuals with appropriate education and training in surgical pathology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area, including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues. The individual will be responsible for conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.
Compensation
Sign on bonus: $10,000
Pay range: $50+ per hour. Employee may be eligible to receive a shift differential of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
Responsibilities
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histologic processing, according to policies and procedures.
Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling; maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification.
Describe gross anatomic features of routine and non-routine (complex) surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned.
Capable of grossing high complexity specimens under direct and indirect supervision, as applicable to training and experience.
Demonstrated ability to handle broader range of specimens with indirect supervision.
Escalates more complex/unusual specimens to Exempt Pathologist’s Assistant or Pathologist.
Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable.
Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing.
May oversee performance of Grossing Technicians
May provide training to Grossing Technicians
Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc., after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
Complete all associated paperwork.
Follow the laboratory’s applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities.
Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Comply with all required Quest Diagnostics corporate continuing education requirements.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
Preferred Work Experience: 1 year of surgical gross experience
Physical And Mental Requirements: Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
Knowledge: Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR .
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree B.S. (Required)
Licenses and Certifications:
Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program (Preferred)
About The Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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Worksite address
greensboro, NC, 27497, US
Who can apply
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