Travel Pathology Assistant - $2,252 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Title: Pathologist Assistant Profession: Clinical Technicians Specialty: Anatomic Pathology Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of laboratory technical experience required License: N/A Certifications: Associate's degree or higher required Must-Have: Must be certified Description: Under direct supervision, performs gross descriptions of simple or limited specimens. Ability to assess and verify the validity of patient test results, including identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.

Job Title: Pathologist Assistant Profession: Clinical Technicians Specialty: Anatomic Pathology Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of laboratory technical experience required License: N/A Certifications: Associate's degree or higher required Must-Have: Must be certified Description: Under direct supervision, performs gross descriptions of simple or limited specimens. Assists during autopsies. Prepares frozen section slides. May be required to perform routine histology tasks as well. Follows authorized technical procedures when performing patient testing. Meets turn-around times established for testing and reporting patient results. Receives specimens into the laboratory using appropriate patient identifier and labeling requirements. Conducts calibration of instruments and equipment in the laboratory as well as routine maintenance. Labels tissue cassettes using block control sheets. Assists in the preparation of frozen tissue sections, including labeling, cutting, and staining slides. Performs gross descriptions of simple and limited pathology specimens as authorized. Prepares patients for evisceration for post-anatomical diagnosis during autopsy. Works on call for autopsies. Photographs specimens for documentation and conference preparation. Complies with all safety policies and procedures, including the appropriate use of PPE. Assumes responsibility for own professional development. Completes annual competency assessment. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Experience: Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing. Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions. Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled. Must be able to maintain legible, accurate, and organized records. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment. Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations. Must possess the ability to understand various operations, policies, and procedures. Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers professionally, courteously, compassionately, and cooperatively. Must demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments. Ability to assist in the pre-analytical phase for specimen procurement, identification, and proper specimen handling. Performs troubleshooting and technical problem solving. Ability to assess and verify the validity of patient test results, including identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Core knowledge and understanding of normal laboratory processes. Knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology. Preferred Skills and Experience: N/A Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field preferred. Required Certifications and Licensure: N/A Preferred Certifications and Licensure: N/A