Job Description:

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The University of Miami/UHealth has an exciting opportunity for a full time Pathology Assistant 1 in the Pathology Department.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs the gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens.

Conducts postmortem examinations and prepares bodies to be released to funeral homes.

Prepares tissue for numerous pathological tests, such as frozen section, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemical staining.

Ensures proper sterilization and maintenance of equipment.

Photographs gross and microscopic specimens, helps prepare educational conferences, and provides training to pathology personnel.

Fills administrative, instructional, and supervisory roles. Prepares medical records and history for each examinee.

Obtains legal authorization for a patient's autopsy. Works as a liaison to other departments and laboratories to ensure quality healthcare.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Associate's degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

Experience:

No experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.


• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.


• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.


• Commitment to the University's core values.


• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

I. Surgical Pathology: 50%

• Specimen triage.


• Obtain and review patient's clinical history.


• Completely and accurately describe/dictate gross features of specimens submitted to anatomic pathology.


• Prepare tissues for processing for light microscopy.


• Obtain samples for studies such as flow cytometry, research, cytogenetics, cultures.


• Perform special procedures including x-ray imaging, frozen sections, tumor triage in OR when resident is unavailable.


• Photograph gross specimens and microscopic slides.

II. Administrative Duties: 50%

• Development and maintenance of surgical pathology grossing protocols, policies, procedures, reports and data.


• Assure proper maintenance of all equipment


• Assure provision of adequate supplies for and cleanliness of the gross room.


• Performance of supervisory/management duties.


• Teach pathology residents, medical students, pathology assistant, and grossing techs.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:H11 Apply Now