Pathology Assistant
Company: Labcorp
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 24, 2024
Job Description:
We are seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join the LabCorp team
where we are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical
laboratory services. - Come work in our Pathology laboratory
located Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. alongside a highly
trained staff with the latest technology. - Our services are
performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect
for the patient. -In this position, you will work in a fast paced,
customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part
of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving
Lives".Work Schedule: Per Diem, 2nd shiftBenefits: All job offers
will be -based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant
experience, applicable -degrees/certifications, -as well as
internal equity and market data. -Regular, full-time or part-time
employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for
comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off
(FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. - For more
detailed information, please . Job Responsibilities
- Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and
submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special
studies following departmental guidelines
- Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and
processing
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and
procedures
- Assist other areas rotations within the department with
specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has
been completed
- Ensure a professional environment is maintained
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or
reporting of test results and work to correct or report the
problem
- Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the
assigned duties
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management
- Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne
pathogens
- Experience cutting frozen sections is desiredRequirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or a related
science
- Completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program is a plus
- Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology is
strongly preferred
- 2+ years of grossing experience small biopsies and complex
surgical cases
- No experience required with the completion of a NAACLS
accredited PA program
- Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment is
preferred
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory
information systems are a plus
- Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance
processes
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- High level of attention detail along with strong organizational
skills
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection
measures
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
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- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on
business needsThis position requires you to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19. Subject to applicable law, all prospective hires
will need to provide proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19
or qualify for medical or religious accommodations.If you're
looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth,
continual development, professional challenge and the chance to
make a real difference, apply today!Labcorp is proud to be an Equal
Opportunity Employer:As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for
diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate
harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment
decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications
of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race,
religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or
other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status,
marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal
appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information,
or any other legally protected characteristic.We encourage all to
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Keywords: Labcorp, Quincy , Pathology Assistant, Other , Boston, Massachusetts
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