Pathologist Assistant - Full Time Job Listing at Mercy in Cape Girardeau, MO (Job ID 950599)

Description

We're a Little Different

 

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview:

Under the direction of a pathologist, performs specific Anatomic Pathology tasks and duties. This role involves processing specimens, gathering clinical history, and preparing specimens for analysis. The role also supports pathologists with various procedures, maintains equipment, and ensures cleanliness in pathology and autopsy areas.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree from NAACLS Accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: Three years working experience as a pathologist's assistant or five years other medical experience.

• Certification(s): ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist ASCP-PA / AAPA Pathologist Assistant certification.

 

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Knowledge:
  •    Understanding of specimen processing and histologic techniques.
  •    Familiarity with clinical history documentation, including scans, x-rays, and laboratory data.
• Skills:
  •    Proficiency in dictating gross descriptions and performing dissections.
  •    Skill in preparing tissues for histologic processing and selecting appropriate samples.
  •    Competence in using and maintaining pathology equipment.
• Abilities:
  •    Ability to assist pathologists with special procedures and frozen sections.
  •    Capability to photograph specimens and maintain cleanliness in pathology areas.
  •    Ability to perform postmortem examinations and obtain biological specimens for analysis.
  •    Ability to adhere to safety protocols and dress code standards.

 

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

 

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

 

 

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