Certified Pathology Assistant
Company: Labcorp
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: October 5, 2024
Job Description:
We are seeking a Certified Pathologist Assistant to join the
LabCorp team where we are dedicated to providing the highest
quality medical laboratory services. - Come work in our Pathology
laboratory located in Birmingham, Alabama, alongside a highly
trained staff with the latest technology. - Our services are
performed with the utmost care, expertise, integrity and respect
for the patient. -In this position, you will work in a fast paced,
customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part
of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving
Lives".Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday (2a - 10:30p)Benefits: All job
offers will be -based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant
experience, applicable -degrees/certifications, -as well as
internal equity and market data. -Regular, full-time or part-time
employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for
comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off
(FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. - For more
detailed information, please -. -Job Responsibilities:
- Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and
submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special
studies following departmental guidelines
- Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and
processing
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and
procedures
- Assist other areas rotations within the department with
specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has
been completed
- Ensure a professional environment is maintained
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or
reporting of test results and work to correct or report the
problem
- Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the
assigned duties
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management
- Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne
pathogens
- Experience cutting frozen sections is desiredRequirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Biological, Chemical or a related life
science
- Certified as a Pathologists' Assistant by the American Society
of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is required
- 2+ years of grossing experience small biopsies and complex
surgical cases is preferred
- Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment is
preferred
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory
information systems are a plus
- Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance
processes
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- High level of attention detail along with strong organizational
skills
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection
measures
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
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- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screeExplore
Birmingham, Alabama!In Birmingham, also known as the Magic City,
you can enjoy a wonderful climate with typically mild winters and
the delightful friendliness of the individuals who make up the
vibrant community. - Birmingham is located in north central
Alabama. - Birmingham has a revitalized downtown area where you can
enjoy beautiful historic buildings, delicious local eateries, and a
multitude of fun activities and exciting entertainment events to
choose from, such as concerts, productions, and various sporting
events at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, Oak Mountain
Amphitheatre (Alabama's largest outdoor amphitheater), Vulcan Park
and Museum, Railroad Park, Tannehill State Park, Top Golf, the
Birmingham Barons at Regions Field, museums such as the Birmingham
Museum of Art and the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, art
galleries, the lovely Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the McWane
Science Center, the Birmingham Zoo, the Alabama Ballet, the
historic Alabama Theatre, Birmingham Children's Theatre, and more.
- The city was host of the 2022 World Games. - With a vast amount
of green space, those who enjoy the outdoors will find an abundance
of options to keep them busy in or near the Magic City. -
Birmingham is known for being a more affordable place to live than
other cities that are comparable in size and also has a world-class
medical research university. - All in all, Birmingham offers the
best of both worlds with its small town feel and big city
conveniences.If you're looking for a career that offers
opportunities for growth, continual development, professional
challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:As an EOE/AA
employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the
workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any
kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our
business and the qualifications of the individual and do not
discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin,
gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs),
family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic
partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability,
genetic information, or any other legally protected
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