Pathologist Assistant Job at RWJ - New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ

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  • RWJ - New Brunswick
  • New Brunswick, NJ

Job Description

Job Overview: Performs all of the functions of a Pathology Assistant. In addition, performs and dictates gross dissection for Level 5 and Level surgical cases (CPT 88307 and 88309); performs and dictates the gross dissection for selected surgical and autopsy specimens, and assists with autopsies.

Qualifications:
Required:

  • Two years college level course credit including college level science courses
  • Three years job related experience
  • Pathology assistant (ASCP) preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Full Time
  • Day Shift

Essential Functions:

Performs gross dissection and dictation for all surgical specimens (Levels I through VI) under the supervision of the pathologist

Determines if additional outside studies are necessary at the time of initial sectioning

Prepares and writes technical and safety procedures for the Gross dissection/Pathology section.

Maintains documentation relating to the morgue and grossing room (i.e. temperature charts, eye wash stations, solution usage records).

Participates in safety activities and training sessions of the department. Practices the precepts of Standard Precautions and hazardous Materials programs. Is involved in all aspects of Performance Improvement, including collection of data, generative ideas for performance improvement, and follow-up of process changes.

Service Excellence

Picks up, accessions and labels specimens. Files and retains specimens as required by regulations.

Files microscope slides and maintains slide files. Retrieves slides and blocks from storage area as required.

Retrieve pathology specimens for repeat analysis as requested by pathologists Labels, stores, and releases toxicology specimens to appropriate authorities Labels, stores, and discards specimens according to department procedure. Properly stores surgical pathology specimens, transferring to morgue storage at least twice a week.

Growth

Receives/places calls to outreach locations and physician's offices as needed

Carefully identifies specimens and requisitions before accepting from courier

Financial

Enters billing codes appropriate to any additional studies

Maintains supplies, documents receipt, and ensures appropriate utilization

Assures that all information on requisition is complete and accurate. If not, then will call submitting location and obtain correct and complete information before accessioning specimen

Physician Alignment/Staff Engagement

Acts a laboratory Safety Officer and advocate

Supervises the work of the other Pathology Assistant. Acts as role model to other staff members. Coordinates vacation and assignment schedules to meet the needs of the Pathology grossing area. Participates in the appraisal of the Pathology assistant.

Accessions and assists pathologists with frozen sections. Documents necessary information for CAP requirement for TAT

Maintains fresh solutions and adequate supplies at frozen section station

Assists with other duties within the Pathology Department as necessary

Assists pathologists with autopsies, and is available by pager/phone when on-call

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer



RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Day shift,

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