Pathology Assistant Travel

Estimated Pay Rate for travelers:

Hourly Gross: $77.75/hr. All-Inclusive

Weekly Gross: $3,110 weekly gross.

Nontaxable Stipend:- $20.75/hr OR $830 weekly.

Taxable:- $57/hr.

Job: Pathology Assistant

Location: Wenatchee, WA

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day/Evening, 5x8 or 40 hours a week

Job ID: 265311

Summary:

Provide high level support for the performance of moderate to high complexity procedures within a section or major division of the anatomic pathology laboratory. Perform administrative functions in support of optimal laboratory function by implementation of quality/cost effective procedures; and to carry out hospital and laboratory policies. Provide direction to laboratory staff and students; exercise expertise in development/evaluation/performance of new or specialty procedures.

Position Reports To: Anatomic Pathology Manager

Essential Functions:

• Performs the duties of the Pathologist Assistant II job description.
• Responsible for the technical and scientific oversight of the designated laboratory section.
• Provide technical consultation on test ordering and interpretation of results for designated section.
• Appropriate test selection, with adequate method verification, including research and interaction with vendors.
• Development of SOPs and maintenance records, including Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and personnel documentation.
• Supervising enrollment of CMS approved proficiency testing programs and ensures proficiency testing samples are tested

and reviewed by appropriate staff.

• Carrying out corrective actions recommended by CLIA Lab Director, Consultant, Proficiency Testing, CLIA or other

regulatory/accrediting bodies.

• Ensuring and supervising the development of effective quality management, quality improvement, quality assessment, and

quality control programs.

• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot QC results for accuracy and acceptability, taking responsibility for appropriate follow-up.
• Documenting remedial actions and identifying systems for maintenance by keeping appropriate documentation on test

systems.

• Establishing a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire test process.
• Develops and oversees laboratory personnel performance and competency, including training and/or directing staff in the

use of new procedures, instrumentation, and chemical hygiene safety/handling.

• Ensures that all specimens are grossed and processed in a timely manner.
• Resolution of technical problems in accordance with policy and procedure, including overseeing maintenance and troubleshooting of technical equipment.
• Develops and maintains effective inventory control systems for reagents and testing supplies.
• Performs administrative duties such as organize schedules and validation of new tests and equipment.
• Develops, maintains, and improves Anatomic Pathology reports for quality data reporting and assure compliance to College

of American Pathologist (CAP) standards.

• Subject matter expert for Grossing/Accessioning portion of Power path laboratory information system.
• Responsible for quality assurance and maintenance of tissue processors.
• Responsible for the following reports: TNM Report, ER/PR Reports, Power Path reports, and other ad hoc reports.
• Adheres to departmental patient handling performance standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Position Requirements

Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is an essential requirement of working at this facility. Religious and medical exemptions will be considered upon request.

Qualifications:

• PA (ASCP) or eligible (will pass within 6 months of hire) or relevant experience prior to establishment of certification.
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of a pathologist approved Pathology Assistant training program.
• Completion of an approved and accredited educational training program for Pathology Assistants.
• The candidate must possess proven and documented skills at performing routine Pathology Assistant functions which

include:

• The preparation and performance of surgical specimen examination for small and large cases.
• Proficiency in the preparation and assistance of frozen sections.

Desired:

• Master's degree in an approved Pathology Assistant Program.
• Documented work experience as a Pathology Assistant for a minimum of one year; however, new graduates are accepted.

Should you be interested, let's discuss this briefly at your earliest convenience and please feel free to contact me at 703-652-7170, my name is Ailyn, I am available from Mon to Fri at 9a-6p EST.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $75.00 - $77.70 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pathology

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Pathology Assistant: 1 year (Required)
• Epic: 1 year (Preferred)
• surgical pathology, autopsy dissection: 1 year (Required)
• histology procedures/techniques: 1 year (Preferred)
• gross dissection of surgical specimens: 1 year (Preferred)
• frozen sections and post-mortem examinations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Pathology Assistant (ASCP) in WA (Required)

Work Location: In person