Pathologist Assistant

University of Maryland Medical System

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Upper Marlboro, Maryland

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Pathologist Assistant performs surgical pathology examinations, including the gross description and dissection of specimens. They also assist with frozen sections, autopsies, and the training of residents and students.

Qualifications

You have a Master's degree from an accredited Pathologists' Assistant program and are certified by a national registry or will be within one year of hire. You possess required knowledge of procedures, dissection, and human anatomy, and have experience in surgical pathology examinations and autopsies.

Must Have Skills for ATS

surgical pathology examination

gross description

dissection

autopsies

morgue duties

human anatomy

Job Description

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities

1. Performs surgical pathology examination of specimens, including gross description and dissection of all surgical specimens in accordance with protocols and departmental procedures, under the direction of the pathologists.

2. Assists with the proper storage and disposal of specimens. Ensures proper maintenance of equipment and assists with supply inventory.

3. Provides assistance with frozen sections, autopsies, and morgue duties, as needed.

4. Participates in the training of residents and PA students.

5. Communicates effectively with physicians and nursing staff to ensure that specimens are handled appropriately.

6. Performs other related duties as assigned.



Work Experience

Education: A Master's degree from an accredited Pathologists' Assistant program is required. Must be

certified by a national registry or attain such registry within one year from the date of hire.

Experience: Six months of professional experience assisting with surgical pathology examinations and

autopsies is preferred. Teaching experience is preferred. Procedures, dissection, and human anatomy are

required.



University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has evolved into a multi-hospital system with academic, community and specialty service missions reaching every part of the state and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. It also has one of the world's largest kidney transplant programs, as well as scores of other programs that improve the physical and mental health of thousands of people daily. The hospitals and health systems that comprise UMMS are: University of Maryland Medical Center University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus UM Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center UM Capital Region Health UM Charles Regional Medical Center UM St. Joseph Medical Center UM Upper Chesapeake Health UM Shore Regional Health Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital UM Community Medical Group
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