Job Description:

OverviewThe Pathologists' Assistant (PA) is a highly trained and certified Allied Health professional that independently provides various services within the Department of Anatomic Pathology, under the supervision of an Anatomic Pathologist. Common tasks and duties include (but are not limited to) the gross examination of routine and complex surgical specimens, submission of tissue sections, specimen triage, tissue collection for ancillary studies, postmortem examinations, medical photography, frozen section preparation, laboratory inventory, tissue storage and disposal. Administrative responsibilities are required periodically. These professional responsibilities require the PA to work independently with minimal supervision and require exceptional organizational and motor skills in addition to a strong working knowledge of human anatomy, pathophysiology and histopathology. Schedule: Full Time, Benefits Eligible, 10:30AM-7:00PM with rotating weekends and holiday on call. Location: Central Campus 700 Children's Dr Columbus, Ohio 43205 United StatesResponsibilitiesDemonstrates the anatomic pathology technical skills and knowledge required for surgical, autopsy, and perinatal specimensKnowledge of anatomy and dissection procedures for surgical, autopsy, and perinatal specimens.Ability to perform gross descriptions for surgical, autopsy, and perinatal specimensAbility to perform photography of body, organs, and pertinent itemsSelect appropriate tissues for cultures, microscopic exams and special studiesAutopsy prosection including external exam, in situ organ inspection, evisceration, organ dissection and dictation of the gross findingsAssure proper restoration of the body for acceptable release to the funeral directorMaintains 35 mm slide archiveDemonstrates knowledge of and upholds applicable laws and regulations related to positionWears / uses personal protective equipment as appropriate for the work area or task performedPerforms quality control procedures as required and documents / notifies manager with out of control resultsPerforms and documents daily, weekly and monthly tasks where appropriateAssists Manager and Chief with QA projects and monitorsReviews and signs all applicable manuals on an annual basis: Safety, LIS and technical procedure manualsAttends continuing education programs and meets the department requirements of 4 hours of CE per yearAble to review, write procedures and policies and prepare quality assurance reports according to regulatory agency standardsObtains proper authorization for autopsy proceduresAssures proper maintenance and restoration of the autopsy suiteDemonstrates clerical accuracy and computer skills required in the laboratory and for administrative responsibilitesVerifies patient information accurately using the requisition form and specimen containerAccessions specimens promptly and accurately into the computer system following LIS proceduresLabels cassettes and slides accurately and writing is legibleAble to prepare materials for conferences and projects as needed by utilizing Microsoft Office products, photomicrographs & digital imagingDemonstrates the ability to communicate with staff, patients, parents and clientsDemonstrates the ability to present information in a clear, concise effective manner either oral or writtenAbility to facilitate activities as requiredMaintains and fosters interpersonal relationships with both internal and external customersAbility to adapt and change manner of communication style to various cultural differencesBelieves in and practices good teamworkDemonstrates the ability to provide feedback that is useful and assists in individual improvementSupervision and training of dieners in relation to techniques, safety policies, and updatesInforms laboratory personnel of pertinent changes in laboratory proceduresWhen assisting an individual provides feedback in a courteous manner that is useful and will assist individual developmentDemonstrates the ability to make determinations regarding a course of action and alternativesRecognizes and resolves problems in a timely manner, seeks out additional resources as needed, with minimal interruption to the userDemonstrate the ability to adjust to change, handle interruptions, and continue to function effectively with changing circumstancesCan identify and correct problems with autopsy permits and documentsProcurement and coordination of patient's chart and other pertinent clinical data for pathologist's review for autopsy casesObtain and summarize clinical history and organize results of special studies for surgical, autopsy and perinatal specimensMonitor the progress of special studies within CHI and outside the institution, investigate when necessaryDemonstrates the ability to plan and develop new procedures or policies and demonstrates initiative to complete assignmentPrioritizes and adjusts work schedule in order to accommodate projects and users requests as determined by the Chief of AP, Surgical Pathologist or AP ManagerDemonstrates the ability to monitor and stage the progress of a project and provide feedback to AP manager of Chief of APDemonstrates ability to set long and short term goals and deadlines when implementing a project, and to define objectives necessary to meet those goalsDemonstrates ability to work with and coordinate the activities of other personnel involved with the projectTakes personal initiative to refine procedures, investigate and suggest new procedures, troubleshoot, modify workflow when particularly busy, and discuss potential problemsQualificationsKNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDPh.D. or Master's degree in biological or allied health sciences with three years anatomical experience; OR Bachelor's degree in biological or allied health sciences with five years anatomical experience. Advanced degrees preferred.Must be eligible for certification with the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants for on the job trained candidates (or working toward eligibility within the minimum OJT period required for certification).Effective interpersonal skills are required in interactions with departmental staff, medical and nursing staff, all levels of hospital staff, outside vendors and instrument field engineers.High degree of motor control and good hand/eye coordination working with specimens.Ability to work independently under minimal supervision; Ability to teach and supervise the work of others.Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.Aptitude for detail. MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to stand for more than 1 hour at a time, sit for more than 1 hour at a time. Good visual and auditory acuity. Full use of hands and arms. Ability to speak clearly. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.?Occasionally must be able to lift five gallon reagent containers onto counters; assisted lifting of larger patients for autopsy procedure.?High risk of exposure to infectious disease cases and exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors.?Must be able to tolerate the required personal protective equipment.?Must be able to tolerate the emotional demands of working with deceased children. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet