Pathologist Assistant

Job description:

Pride Health is hiring for a Pathologist Assistant to support our client’s medical facility based in Detroit, MI . This is a local contract or travel contract opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Details:

• Perform gross description and complete dissection of surgical specimens.
• Select and submit tissue sections for microscopic examination (frozen and permanent sections).
• Accession specimens and ensure proper identification per pathology policies.
• Prepare specimen containers and tissue cassettes.
• Assist in training and assessing pathology residents in specimen handling and dissection techniques.
• Capture and maintain gross photography of specimens.
• Conduct tumor procurement for biorepository and maintain associated documentation.
• Participate in department quality assurance and control, especially regarding specimen identification and frozen section integrity.
• Maintain and monitor instruments, equipment, and refrigerator conditions.
• Manage inventory and order supplies for the frozen section room and surgical pathology lab.
• Select and dispose of gross tissue and extremities after report finalization.
• Perform autopsies, including external and internal examinations, organ dissection, tissue submission, and documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills Required-:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Flexible, self-directed, and willing to instruct others.
• Demonstrates initiative and eagerness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, detail-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in surgical pathology and grossing complex specimens.

Certifications:

• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologist’s Assistant program or
• Previous certification by the American Association of Pathologist’s Assistants (AAPA)
• Preferred: Certification as a PA (ASCP)

Additional Information:

• Location: Detroit, MI
• Job Type: 13 weeks- local contract or travel contract
• Schedule: Hours: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (8 hours/day, 40 hours/week)
• Interview Format: 30-minute Microsoft Teams interview
• Pay Range/Salary Range: $2,182/wk to $2,382/wk

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.