Pathologist's Assistant Job at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX

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  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Summary

This position will perform the gross description and dissection of simple and complex surgical specimens. Candidates should be able to proficiently utilize dictation and LIS systems to accurately document surgical samples. Frozen section participation and specimen triage are also key responsibilities of this position. Other duties include collecting and cataloging fresh tissue for the tumor banking, research and special studies.

 

The ideal candidate will have the ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards, knowledge of quality standards and requirements for pathology specimen photographs, knowledge of biological specimen disposition, maintenance and storage procedures and techniques and knowledge of chemical reagents and equipment used in pathology research.

Job Duties

  • Performs gross dissection of surgical specimens, selecting appropriate tissue to be submitted for histologic review.
  • Takes gross photographs and catalogue them into computer. 
  • Dictates verbal reports regarding the specimens. 
  • Collects and catalogs fresh tissue for Tumor Bank and special studies. 
  • Selects and submits tissue for special procedures (e.g., cultures, flow cytometry, frozen sections, electron microscopy, and immunofluorescence).
  • Reviews and revises CPT charge codes and obtain A-charges for international patients. 
  • Instructs/advises Pathology residents and PA students on pathology techniques and procedures. 
  • Participates in organizing the work flow in the grossing area. 
  • Participates in continuous improvement activities. Inspect equipment in the gross room and assist in the provision of adequate supplies and general cleanliness of the gross room suite.
  • Prepares quality assurance reports. 
  • Assists in the selection and preparation of tissue sections for intraoperative consultations (frozen section).

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education Required : Bachelor’s degree. Four years of related experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
  • Experience Required: Two years of related experience.

 

 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

 

 

 

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