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Hartford Pathology Associates, P.C. (HPA) is recruiting a full time Pathologists' Assistant to cover several of its locations. HPA provides professional component pathology and laboratory management services for most of the Hartford Healthcare system hospitals. Employee benefits include, health, life and disability insurances, a 401K retirement plan with matching contribution and profit sharing, paid vacation and CME allowance. There is a sign on bonus for this position.

Job Summary:

Under the direct or indirect supervision of a Pathologist, the Pathologists' Assistant performs surgical specimen dissection and post-mortem examinations. This is a full time, salaried, position providing coverage at several hospitals in Connecticut within the Hartford Healthcare System.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs gross examination, dissection, tissue selection and dictation for a range of specimen types, from biopsies through complex cancer resections. 2. Performs tissue selection, cryostat sectioning, and staining of frozen section specimens 3. Obtains specimens for ancillary testing (microbiology, toxicology, flow cytometry, cytogenetics) as directed by the Pathologist. 4. Assures appropriate specimen accessioning and obtains clinical history, laboratory data and radiographs when indicated. 5. Performs photography (both gross and microscopic) as needed. 6. Uses the CoPath Smart LIS appropriately for specimen tracking and accessioning. 7. Is able to work independently and uphold professional standards of conduct regarding protection of patient confidentiality and respect for coworkers. 8. Adheres to all laboratory and hospital policies and procedures including compliance, HIPAA, OSHA, and state and accreditation guidelines. 9. Assures proper maintenance of equipment and cleanliness of the gross rooms. 10. Eviscerates, dissects, and submits sections from autopsy cases with the assistance of a pathologist and diener service. 11. Additional duties may be assigned by the Medical director or designated Pathologist. 12. Willingness to commute and adapt to different hospital settings, depending on System-wide needs.

Physical Requirements:

Walking, standing, bending, sitting for prolonged periods of time. Frequently works with blood, body fluids and tissues with possible exposure to infectious disease. Manual dexterity required for most duties as described above.

Qualifications:

Master's degree with completion of a NACCLS Approved Pathologists Assistant program. Certification as a Pathologists Assistant required, or should be achieved within the first 6 months of hire. At least 1 year prior experience as a PA preferred but new graduates are welcome to apply. Hartford Pathology Associates, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

Pathology Application Question(s): Have you completed a NACCLS Approved Pathologists Assistant program (or will you complete within the next few months).

License/Certification:

Pathologists' Assistant Certification (or will you in 6 mo.) (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Norwich, CT 06360 (Required)

Work Location:

In person