Overview
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Who you are
You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage. You are a patient and / or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills. 48 Scheduling Created with Sketch.
Schedule
The successful candidate will be required to work Days hours, Evenings hours and Weekends hours. Please note that the schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.
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Compensation
Band OPSEU05 : $ - $ per hour.
Responsibilities
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Patient care
Working in an environment that promotes professional accountability and responsibility, the Pathologist Assistant is an integral part of the pathology team and works closely with the Pathologists to provide a high standard of patient care.
Under the direction of staff Pathologists your key technical responsibility will be the preparation, handling and selection of diagnostic tissues from surgical specimens which are submitted for examination.
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Analysis
Grossing of surgical cases including complex cancer resections and selection for microscopic examination by PathologistDictation via voice recognition technologyUse of tracking systemParticipation in daily grossing roundsPhotography / annotation of gross specimensDecalcification of bone specimensLoading of Tissue Processors
Requirements
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Education
Master of Science degree in a Pathologist Assistant Program and / or holding ASCP and / or CCCPA certification or equivalent required.
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Experience
A minimum of one year’s experience grossing surgical cases including complex cancer resections required. Experience with voice dictation and tracking systems an asset.
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Skills
Strong knowledge of human anatomy and gross pathology in normal and disease states requiredStrong knowledge of dissection techniques requiredStrong knowledge of medical and technical terminology requiredExcellent interpersonal, communication , organizational and teamwork skills requiredAbility to prioritize workloadProficient computer skills and experience with an LIS system requiredKnowledge of quality assurance an asset 48 Creative Created with Sketch.
Initiative
Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standardDemonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.
by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required