Pathologist Assistant

SUMMARY

The Pathologist Assistant reports to the Lead Pathologist Assistant and the attending pathologist. Under general supervision, prepares surgical and autopsy specimens for microscopic examination, which includes gross description and dissection. Assists in the performance of postmortem examinations. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes surgical pathology specimens including properly fixing, cutting, photographing, and sectioning of surgical specimens, including frozen sections and utilization of the laboratory information system according to standard operating policies and procedures.
• Performs postmortem examination under the supervision of the pathologist and assists medical students in performing autopsies.
• Works closely with residents and medical students, orienting and teaching.
• Maintains inventory and equipment including preventative maintenance tasks.
• Notifies in a timely manner either the chief resident, fellow, Director of Surgical Pathology or Director of the resident’s program when work is beginning to back up.
• Ensures a clean and safe work environment by maintaining adequate supplies and instruments and monitoring the cleanliness of work-stations, including frozen section area.
• Ensures equipment is in good working order.
• Monitors hours and activities of grossing staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned, such as accessioning, billing, and coding.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology and successful completion of an accredited pathologist assistant program.
• Pathologist Assistant certification preferred.
• Completion of medical training or related doctoral program may be substituted for Pathologist Assistant certification.
• Professional knowledge and very high level of analytical ability to perform postmortem and tissue examinations interpret findings and determine data to be forwarded to pathologist.
• Knowledge of anatomic pathology computer system functions.
• Ability to conduct gross dissection procedures utilizing surgical instruments.
• Interpersonal and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with pathologists, train medical students and residents, and present and defend case findings at conferences.
• Written communication skills to prepare case summaries and interpretations, and reports of laboratory activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes and human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE

• Three to six months job related experience to become familiar with a variety of procedures, techniques and equipment used in performing activities.
• Physical abilities to assist in lifting and positioning bodies.
• Exposed to infectious diseases and odorous chemicals when performing autopsies and working with surgical specimens.
• Hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions.

Pay Range: $90,729.60-$149,697.60

EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type: M-F 7 am - 3:30pm

Work Shift: Day

Daily Hours: 8 hours

Driving Required: No

As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.

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