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Pathology Assistant I Full Time Days

Saint Vincent Hospital
Posted a day ago, valid for a year
Location

Worcester, MA 01608, US

Salary

$50,000 - $60,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Saint Vincent Hospital is seeking a pathology assistant to assist with preparing and selecting tissue samples for analysis under the supervision of pathologists.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Pathology Assistant program and certification as a pathology assistant is preferred.
  • The position requires effective communication with surgeons, primary care physicians, and other staff while participating in quality assurance assessments.
  • The role offers a salary of $60,000 to $80,000 annually and requires at least 1-3 years of relevant experience.
  • Successful candidates must complete a background check and pre-employment health screening, including a drug screen.

Saint Vincent Hospital offers a whole new experience in health care. By combining our advanced, state-of-the-art facility with our commitment to providing the best quality of life to the many members of our Worcester community. Saint Vincent Hospital excels at offering the best care in a friendly atmosphere. From our advanced heart and vascular services, to our comprehensive orthopedics and rehabilitation programs, our robust surgical facility including our Da Vinci robotic surgery and Cyberknife technology, to our comfortable and compassionate women & infants programs - you don't have to travel far for high-quality health care: We're right here, in the heart of Worcester.

Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

Description: Under the supervision of pathologists, assists with preparing and selecting/dissecting tissue samples for analysis, including small biopsies and a variety of large specimens. Record Findings. Teaches techniques of specimen dissection and tissue sectioning for microscopic examination to residents rotating through the Department. Prepare frozen section slides for Pathologist. Prepare digital photograph of gross pathology specimen for teaching and publications. Maintain the supplies in frozen section room and grossing room. Participate in quality assurance assessment and other duties required by medical director. Communicates effectively with Surgeons, Primary Care Physicians, visitors, co-workers and other employees.

Education: Bachelor's / Master’s degree from an accredited Pathology Assistant

program. Certification as a pathology assistant preferred. Able to read, write and speak English.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

Certification as a pathology assistant preferred REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS AND LEVEL OF AUTONOMY: Performs duties under the direction and supervision of a qualified Pathologist. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.




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