Pathologist Assistant

**We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.** **At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!** Under the supervision of the Pathologists, this job performs gross examination of surgical specimens and assists the Pathologists in all areas except for consultation and reporting of specimens; maintains confidentiality of patient related information. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion. **Education** Required - Bachelor's degree in Science or related field Preferred - Master’s degree as Pathologist’s Assistant **Work Experience** Required - None. Two year acceptable training program (Medical school training, such as a non U.S. Medical School may be considered equivalent upon review) **Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)** - Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. - Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. - Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard - Good communication skills - Good interpersonal skills **Job Duties** • Receives and processes surgical specimens; verifies patient, container and cassettes for proper identification and accession numbers. • Reviews requisition for pertinent information and is able to discern and select the appropriate section of tissue describing measurements and contents submitted per cassette. • Correctly orients tissue; utilizes dye or ink to mark marginal areas of interest, submitting thin sections properly oriented in cassette. • Clear concise dictation; utilizes clear, understandable concise descriptions of specimens including any notes of decals, of pieces submitted, send outs or special procedures. • Prepares frozen sections for staff pathologist, properly orienting, sectioning and staining slides with CAP guidelines. • Takes gross photographs of appropriate specimens. • Documents quality assurance incidences, resolves specimen problems within 24 hours; consistently submits thin well-fixed tissue sections; assists supervisor in implementing and collecting data for performance improvement projects. • Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compli…