Pathologist's Assistant - Genesys - 40 hrs - Days
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Pathologist’s Assistant provides services in Anatomic pathology as a
member of a team under the direction and supervision of a qualified Pathologist.
Assists in the preparation and performance of human post-mortem examination.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists in the preparation and performance of human surgical specimen
examinations, which includes: gross description and complete dissection of surgical
specimens; selection and submission of tissue sections for microscopic
examination (i.e., frozen and permanent sections for light, electron and fluorescent
microscopy).
2. Responsible for the accessioning of specimens and assuring proper identification of
specimens in accordance to surgical pathology policies (Rejection/Rehabilitation
Policy). Prepares containers and tissues cassettes.
3. Aids in the resident training and credentialing offering technical and teaching to
residents in accordance with practice guidelines and the surgical pathology
dissection manual. Assesses the resident’s level of competency in handling
specimens.
4. Responsible for gross photography of specimens as needed. Maintenance of files
are completed by the assigned PA.
5. Responsible for tumor procurement for biorepository. Documentation and quality
assurance indicators, and business transactions are completed by the assigned
PA.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
1. Bachelor of Science degree from a regionally accredited college/university
is required.
2. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologist’s Assistant
program, or previous certification by the American Association ofAdditional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
Department: Pathology Surgical
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Additional DetailsThis posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.OverviewHenry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services - from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at .BenefitsThe health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That's why we offer support in the various components of our team's well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerEqual Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health iscommitted to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard torace, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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The Pathologist’s Assistant provides services in Anatomic pathology as a
member of a team under the direction and supervision of a qualified Pathologist.
Assists in the preparation and performance of human post-mortem examination.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists in the preparation and performance of human surgical specimen
examinations, which includes: gross description and complete dissection of surgical
specimens; selection and submission of tissue sections for microscopic
examination (i.e., frozen and permanent sections for light, electron and fluorescent
microscopy).
2. Responsible for the accessioning of specimens and assuring proper identification of
specimens in accordance to surgical pathology policies (Rejection/Rehabilitation
Policy). Prepares containers and tissues cassettes.
3. Aids in the resident training and credentialing offering technical and teaching to
residents in accordance with practice guidelines and the surgical pathology
dissection manual. Assesses the resident’s level of competency in handling
specimens.
4. Responsible for gross photography of specimens as needed. Maintenance of files
are completed by the assigned PA.
5. Responsible for tumor procurement for biorepository. Documentation and quality
assurance indicators, and business transactions are completed by the assigned
PA.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
1. Bachelor of Science degree from a regionally accredited college/university
is required.
2. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologist’s Assistant
program, or previous certification by the American Association ofAdditional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
Department: Pathology Surgical
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Additional DetailsThis posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.OverviewHenry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services - from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at .BenefitsThe health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That's why we offer support in the various components of our team's well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerEqual Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health iscommitted to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard torace, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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