Pathologists' Assistant

ST VINCENT'S PATHOLOGY ASSOCIATES, P.A., a 6-doctor private practice pathology group with 3 pathologists' assistants, is seeking a full time PATHOLOGISTS' ASSISTANT to replace a retiring member starting June/July 2024. The group provides pathology services for Ascension St. Vincent's four (4) Jacksonville area hospitals and the laboratory processes specimens from the operating rooms and clinics throughout the hospital and health care organization with approximately 25,000 surgical specimens received annually. The Pathologists' Assistant interacts internally with staff pathologists and other technologists on a daily basis. We offer a competitive starting salary with a generous benefits package.

Jacksonville, Florida, is a great place to live with a reasonable cost of living, plenty of beach access, and a southern feel. It is home to 1,100 miles of shoreline, more than any other city in the state, not to mention 22 miles of white-sandy beaches. It's always sunny in Jacksonville where there are 270 average days of sunshine per year!

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs and/or assists in the dissection and histologic sampling of a full range of anatomical specimens.
2. Assures appropriate specimen identification and accessioning.
3. Exercises judgment by preserving samples for testing.
4. Assures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies, and cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program or in a medical or scientific field

• If formal Pathologists' Assistant training program complete: No prior Pathologists' Assistant experience required, but is preferred

• If no formal Pathologists' Assistant training program complete: Five years laboratory experience, with at least one year functioning as a Pathologists' Assistant

• Pathologists' Assistant (American Society for Clinical Pathology) certification within 6 months of hire.

• Organizational methods needed to effectively interact with staff Pathologists

• Knowledge of current laboratory principles and procedures used in gross tissue examination

• Extensive knowledge of advanced laboratory theory, technique, and testing related to anatomic pathology

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, and record-keeping procedures which constitute good laboratory practice, and which comply with regulations imposed by outside agencies such as The Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments

• Knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures.

• Effective team and interpersonal skills