Pathologist Associate

Pathologist Associate

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Position Summary

The Pathologist Associate is responsible for supporting and assisting the Pathology and Pathology Operations departments in their daily operations. This position will perform tasks needed to be completed in the day-to-day operation. This position also includes performing the tasks of Macrodissection and Microdissection.

Job Responsibilities

Has a good understanding and working knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS). Log appropriate information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other logs as necessary.

Assist as needed to perform other related duties and special projects to support the Pathology and Pathologist Assistant department as required.

Demonstrates the ability to collect the marked areas for molecular analysis using Micro and Macro techniques.

Maintains a clean workstation.

Demonstrates the ability to accurately prioritize and triage specimens, handle and dispose of specimens and chemical waste based on the laboratory's procedural manual and ensures compliance with regulatory agencies.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information concerning patients, physicians, employees, clients, vendors, and the company.

Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance tests as required. Maintains all necessary documentation and logs.

Reports all concerns of test quality and / or patient or employee safety to a supervisor or Safety Officer.

Maintains laboratory procedures. Ensures compliance to applicable policies and procedures by laboratory personnel. Recommends changes as needed.

Performs and documents the operation, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of microdissection equipment.

Communicates, and keeps Supervisor and / or other management team abreast of laboratory problems and non-conformities.

Fosters a unified culture and promotes a positive work environment by collaboration, cooperation, sharing of information and mutual teamwork.

Accept other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.

OR Bachelor's of science degree that does not fit into the above categories and the following :

• At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either :
• 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; OR
• 24 semester hours of science courses that include :
• 6 semester hours of chemistry;
• 6 semester hours of biology; AND
• 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
• Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); OR
• At least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Training

All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

This position may require periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and / or holidays.

Conditions of Employment : Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.