• Pathologist Asst

    Novant Health (Winston Salem, NC)


    Job Summary

    • Join Our Team as a Pathologist Assistant

     

    Novant Health | Winston-Salem, NC-Forsyth Medical Center

     

    Department: Anatomic Pathology

     

    Full Time – Mon-Fri. 8:00am-4:30pm

     

    Elevate Your Career in a Dynamic Healthcare Environment

     

    Are you a certified Pathologist Assistant passionate about delivering exceptional patient care? Novant Health is seeking a dedicated professional to join our esteemed team in Winston-Salem, NC. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with pathologists, contributing to accurate diagnoses and impacting patient outcomes positively.

     

    • A Day in the life:

    + Assist pathologists in performing autopsies and gross examination of surgical specimens, ranging from simple biopsies to complex cancer cases.

    + Photograph specimens for documentation and educational purposes.

    + Participate in special projects and the evaluation of new techniques.

    + Provide training and orientation to personnel on equipment and software.

    • What we’re looking for:

    + Education : Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.

    + Certification : ASCP Pathologists' Assistant certification is required.

    + Experience : Minimum of one year of relevant laboratory experience, including grossing and autopsy service. Clinical internships of twelve months meet this requirement.

    + Skills : Proficiency in medical terminology, laboratory equipment, and quality control procedures. Ability to work independently and communicate effectively .

    • Why Choose Novant Health?

     

    At Novant Health, we are committed to creating a remarkable experience for our patients and team members. Our inclusive culture, comprehensive benefits, a substantial sign on bonus, and dedication to professional growth make us a top choice for healthcare professionals.

     

    Ready to make a difference in patient care?

     

    Join Novant Health and be part of a team that values excellence, compassion, and innovation.

     

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    Responsibilities

    It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

     

    + Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.

    + The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.

    + All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

    Qualifications

    + Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Minimum of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, AND successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program or received & maintained ASCP Pathologists' Assistant certification prior to 2008. Graduate Degree. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.

    + Experience: One year of relevant laboratory experience that includes grossing and autopsy service (clinical internships of twelve months duration meet this requirement), required.

    + Licensure/Certification: PA Certification from ASCP, requireed.

    + Additional Skills required: All individuals certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004 must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). New hire Pathologists' Assistants must obtain certification within 1 year of hire. Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public. Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    23444