Pathologists' Assistant
full-time•Portland
About this role
Spectrum Healthcare Partners is Maine’s largest multi-specialty, physician-owned and directed professional organization and is comprised of approximately 200 physicians practicing in the areas of anesthesiology, pathology, radiation oncology, radiology, and vascular & interventional radiology. Spectrum provides services at many of Maine’s hospitals throughout the state and in eastern New Hampshire.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of a pathologist, this position assists with all aspects of surgical specimen processing, frozen section preparation, and postmortem examination performed at our sites of service as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Surgical Pathology - Reviews clinical history and pertinent imaging and performs gross examination of designated surgical specimens with submission of diagnostic tissue needed for microscopic examination. Performs gross photography of specimens when appropriate or when requested.
- Frozen Sections - Receives, examines and records all pertinent information. Processes frozen sections, touch preps, and gross margin statuses, with prompt delivery to a Pathologist. Utilizes remote and digital workflows.
- Special Protocols - Completes required paperwork and triages tissue for specialized protocols, including, renal biopsies, muscle and peripheral nerve biopsies, pediatric tumor protocols, cytogenetic studies, radiographing breast specimens, and lymphoma workups.
- Autopsy Pathology - Under the supervision of a Pathologist, assists in the performance of Postmortem examinations after reviewing appropriate documentation and permits. Functions include external examination, organ inspection and gross description, evisceration, dissection and submission of diagnostic tissue for microscopic examination, gross photography, data entry, and completion of the Preliminary Anatomic Diagnosis report (PAD).
- Under supervision of a Pathologist, collects and enters appropriate data needed to ensure quality performance, including Autopsy QA reports.
- Research - Ensures proper handling of specimens and tissue procurement in preparation for future special studies.
- Participates in BioBank activities including tissue collection and review of schedule, slides and reports.
- Performs designated projects for special studies, education and development of departmental protocols. Possible assignments could include:
- Participation in teaching activities (students and residents) when appropriate
- Participation in digital initiatives
- Review and update policies and procedures, under the supervision of a Pathologist
- Collection of tissue for various studies and controls including immunohistochemistry and special stain
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains equipment, ensures cleanliness of work environment
- Initiates and participates in professional growth in pathology and related fields
- Develops and completes specialized and individual projects (approved by the Physician Grossing Staff Director or Pathologists’ Assistants Supervisor)
- Provides rotational coverage at multiple sites - distributed among full-time and part-time pathologists’ assistants to include Saturday coverage for grossing of surgical specimens
- Maintains competency by reading professional literature, participating in continuing education, and maintaining professional affiliations and certifications
- Attends required meetings and participates in various clinical committees, as required
- Ensures the development of strong positive relationships and collegiality among team members, pathologists, and facility staff
- Demonstrates professionalism at all times
- Displays cooperative behavior and interact
spositively and effectively with others to promote a strong team environment - Performs other duties necessary to maintain the overall efficiency and continuity of the department
- Proactively identifies, reports and participates in the resolution of any potential or actual patient safety issues
- Supports Company vision and values
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree granted by an NAACLS-accredited pathologists’ assistant training program preferred
- Pathologists’ Assistant (ASCP) certification, or eligible
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Well organized with meticulous attention to detail
- Proficient computer skills to include Epic Beaker, Microsoft Office, Dragon Medical One
- Excellent interpersonal skills with strong relationship-building skills
- Skills in developing and maintaining department quality assurance
- Dedicated to the highest quality patient care
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Continuous exposure to infectious materials and/or toxic and hazardous chemicals with risks minimized by the use of universal precautions and personal protective devices
- May be required to stand or sit for long periods of time
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens and utilizing instrumentation
- Operation of various laboratory and business-related equipment
- Travel to various sites of clinical service will be required
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Health insurance (80% company-paid)
- HSA Match ($3000 family plan/$1625 individual plan)
- Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k) Match and Profit-Sharing Plans
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Voluntary, Employee-Paid Benefits
- Medical Reimbursement Plan
What you'll do
- The Pathologists' Assistant assists with surgical specimen processing, frozen section preparation, and postmortem examinations under the supervision of a pathologist. Responsibilities include gross examination of specimens, data entry, and participation in research and educational activities.
About Spectrum Healthcare Partners
Serving Northern New England, Spectrum Healthcare Partners is an independent, multi-specialty, physician owned healthcare practice delivering best practice diagnostics and treatments in the most effective, convenient, and cost effective ways possible.
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