Baylor College of Medicine

Pathologists' Assistant (Uncertified)

Baylor College of Medicine$99K — $146K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience in pathology or related field.
  • Bachelor's degree is preferred, but 4 years of related experience can substitute.
  • Proficient in using dictation and LIS systems for documentation.
  • Experience with surgical specimens, including gross dissection and triage.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform gross dissection of surgical specimens for histologic review.
  • Capture and catalog gross photographs of specimens.
  • Dictate verbal reports on specimen findings.
  • Assist with specimen pickups and deliveries from the operating room.
  • Organize and maintain the gross specimens post-dictation.
  • Select and submit tissue samples for special procedures like frozen sections.
  • Participate in workflow organization and continuous improvement activities in the grossing area.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule to accommodate various needs.
  • Opportunity to work at the Texas Medical Center, a leading healthcare institution.
  • Engagement in a collaborative team environment within the pathology department.
  • Participation in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Pathologists' Assistant (Uncertified)

Division: Pathology Clinical Operations

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Texas Medical Center, Houston, TX

Salary Range: $99,213 to $146,415

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Flexible

Summary

The successful candidate will perform the gross description and dissection of simple and complex surgical specimens. Candidates should be able to proficiently utilize dictation and LIS systems to accurately document surgical samples. Frozen section participation and specimen triage are also key responsibilities of this position. Works as a productive member of the pathology department team through effective communication, equitable sharing of workload, and by providing quality driven work product.

Job Duties

  • Performs gross dissection of surgical specimens, selecting appropriate tissue to be submitted for histologic review.
  • Takes gross photographs and catalogs them into the computer.
  • Dictates verbal reports regarding the specimens.
  • Assists in specimen pickups and deliveries from the operative suite to the gross room.
  • Assists with organization, maintenance and storage of gross specimens following dictation.
  • Selects and submits tissue for special procedures (i.e. flow cytometry, frozen section).
  • Participates in organizing the work flow in the grossing area. Participates in continuous improvement activities.
  • Inspects equipment in the gross room and assists in the provision of adequate supplies and general cleanliness of the gross room suite. Prepares quality assurance reports.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Four years of related experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
  • Two years of related experience.


Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Requisition ID: 25814

About Baylor College of Medicine

Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) is a private medical school located in Houston, Texas. It was founded in 1900 and is affiliated with the Texas Medical Center. BCM is known for its research and education programs in the biomedical sciences. The school offers degrees in medicine, biomedical sciences, and allied health sciences. BCM is also home to several research centers and institutes, including the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Huffington Center on Aging, and the Human Genome Sequencing Center.
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