Northwestern Medicine · 1 day ago
Pathologist Assistant II, Surgical Pathology - Full Time Days
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, dedicated to providing a positive workplace and better health care. The Pathologist Assistant II collaborates with pathologists to perform gross pathology descriptions and sampling of surgical tissue specimens, while also assisting in resident training and supporting laboratory operations.
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Responsibilities
Performs all duties as scheduled by pathologist
Performs gross examination and dissection of surgical biopsies and large complicated specimens. Maintains specimen integrity and accurate legible specimen identification throughout all technical and clerical processes. Produces high-quality, high-volume work in a timely fashion, always finding better/more efficient ways to do things
Provides assistance with intra-operative consultations. Cuts, stains, and coverslips cryostat sections for timely review. Documents appropriate turn-around-time tracking information
Prepares specimens for imaging and photographs specimens. Maintains imaging equipment and files. Organizes radiology files and photography
Participates in perinatal and adult autopsies as assigned. Reviews autopsy permit and patient charts. Performs related autopsy procedures, reviews gross and microscopic findings with attending, and prepares draft PAD as appropriate
Assists with orientation and instruction of pathology residents and medical students in Surgical Pathology and Autopsy procedures to include specimen description, dissections, dictation techniques, basic specimen handling, and use of Anatomic Pathology equipment. Provides clinical performance feedback on pathology residents
Prepares materials and participates in conferences with residents, pathologists, and clinical staff
Assists in grossing and distributing tissues and organs to approved researchers. Performs technical and clerical tasks related to research projects
Exercises independent judgment in the performance of technical responsibilities. Prioritizes technical workload based on assignment or established priorities, responds effectively to changes in workflow adjusting work to incorporate STAT requests or fluctuations in work volume
Practices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities within defined turn-around times. Cleans, disinfects, performs, and documents routine equipment and workspace maintenance per SOP. Reports equipment or instrument malfunctions appropriately
Assists manager and/or pathologist in development and implementing new and special procedures or techniques. May assist in maintaining procedure manuals in accordance with practice guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies
Participates in quality and process improvement efforts. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to manager, implements and monitors changes as requested
Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with those regulatory bodies such as OSHA, FDA, EPA, etc. Observes and practices Universal Precautions when handling biohazardous material. Assumes a proactive role in laboratory safety and participates in development of safety protocols in surgical pathology. Performs minor spill cleanup per SOP when necessary
Participates in cost containment initiatives. Responsible for efficient use of supplies and reagents and proper operation of instrumentation
Provides backup assistance in a variety of activities in support of basic laboratory operations
Records all documentation consistently and legibly. May create Standard Operating Procedures. Maintains manuals and electronic records for easy retrieval of data as necessary. Investigates, escalates, and documents any discrepancies or unresolved issues appropriately
Fosters department and laboratory teamwork through effective communication. Adapts to change and handles stressful situations effectively
Takes initiative for personal development by attending teleconferences, educational sessions, and required meetings, etc
Works off shifts and weekends as needed dependent on workload and department schedule
Qualification
Required
Masters of Science
Pathologist Assistant II's degree, and Pathologist Assistant II Certification (ASCP) or eligible for certification or Illinois licensed MD/DO with current or completed enrollment in anatomical pathology
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
Founded in 1972
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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