Pathology Associate
Job ID:
5678
Job Function:
Allied Health
Institution:
National University Hospital
Overview
To provide various anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of a Pathologist.
Job responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities and Duties (80%)
- Gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens
- Prepare tissue for numerous pathological tests including frozen section, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemical staining.
- Photo gross specimens
- Provide fresh tissue to tissue repository and research projects
- Train and assist pathology residents in grossing specimens
Secondary Responsibilities and Duties (20%)
- Maintenance of surgical pathology CAP protocols
- Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Participate in Quality Assurance / Process Improvement activities.
- Assist in preparation for accreditation inspections (CAP, Joint Commission)
- Assist in organization and coordination of pathology conferences
- Assist in photography of microscopic specimens
- Any other duties as required by the laboratory
Job Requirements
- Medically qualified doctors with postgraduate training in anatomic pathology
- At least 4 years of experience in grossing complex pathology specimens
- Willing to work under the direction and supervision of pathologists
- Willing to work with other laboratory staff for the efficient and effective operation of the anatomic pathology service.