Global Service Resources is looking for an experienced Certified Pathology Assistant to work at Los Angeles General Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA.
Reg Rate: $60-$65hr.
Day Shift: Mon-Fri (7:30am-4:00)
Weekends/Holidays: No (except calls if needed)
Other: After-hour Frozen section coverage on a needed basis.
Contract Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension.
JOB DUTIES:
Prepares surgical specimen for pathology gross examination through a comprehensive macroscopic examination and evaluation of all surgical pathological specimens, including measuring, weighing, inking margins, dissecting, and sectioning tissues.
Obtains relevant clinical information, identifies necessary techniques or procedures, describes gross anatomic features of specimens, dissects surgical specimens, and prepares tissue for histological examination.
Obtains related clinical history (i.e., scans, x-rays, and laboratory data) to direct the processing of specimens. Obtains biological specimens for studies, such as flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry, etc.
Assists the Pathologist with rendering the provisional gross anatomic diagnosis, through observations made in dissection.
Performs frozen sectioning and staining for intraoperative consultation.
Performs biomedical photography of specimens.
Performs postmortem examinations including external examinations, in situ organ inspections, evisceration, dissection and recording of applicable data.
Moves bodies from crypt to autopsy table and manipulates other large surgical specimens.
Updates and maintains laboratory databases and orders supplies for the grossing and frozen section rooms.
Fulfills administrative duties in the grossing room, including coordination of specimen type to grossing station, accessioning specimens, managing holding times for stored specimens after processing, and managing inventory.
Assists in troubleshooting workflow issues and recommends changes using process improvement techniques.
Acts as a preceptor and assists Pathologist in training pathology residents and other pathology lab personnel. Assists in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences.
Communicates with surgeons, pathologists, residents, and ancillary medical staff for continuity of care concerning orientation, gross findings, and margins.
Assists in maintaining surgical pathology policies, protocols, procedures, and quality reports. Participates in departmental inspections and surveys to ensure regulatory compliance.
Assists in obtaining proper legal authorizations for autopsies and notifies appropriate authorities to coordinate requests for tissue sampling.
Assist with receiving and processing cytology specimens (i.e., gynecological and non gynecological) as needed.
Perform accessioning of specimens as needed.
Requirements:
- Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Minimum of 1+ year of experience working as a Pathology Assistant, clinical experience does NOT count
- Basic Life Support Certification
ABOUT US
Global Service Resources, Inc., is a national recruiter for IT professionals and Healthcare professionals throughout the continental United States. We specialize in government and private short term, per diem, and long-term contracts. We are located in Burbank, CA and take great pride in offering the best paying contract positions on the market! We make a great team! Let us get you to work!
E-Verify:
All employees are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. E-Verify check will be conducted, and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.
Since these contracts are highly competitive, we continuously source for candidates (even when there are no openings) to ensure a priority submission the next time a positions opens up.
Note: You will not receive the same benefits as a direct County employee. You will be eligible for Health and Dental Insurance at a Discounted Rate and 5 paid Sick Days after 90 days of employment.
Chrizel Vivas
Recruiter
(201) 578-3431
chrizel.vivas@globalserviceresources.com
Global Service Resources is looking for an experienced Certified Pathology Assistant to work at Los Angeles General Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA.
Reg Rate: $60-$65hr.
Day Shift: Mon-Fri (7:30am-4:00)
Weekends/Holidays: No (except calls if needed)
Other: After-hour Frozen section coverage on a needed basis.
Contract Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension.
JOB DUTIES:
Prepares surgical specimen for pathology gross examination through a comprehensive macroscopic examination and evaluation of all surgical pathological specimens, including measuring, weighing, inking margins, dissecting, and sectioning tissues.
Obtains relevant clinical information, identifies necessary techniques or procedures, describes gross anatomic features of specimens, dissects surgical specimens, and prepares tissue for histological examination.
Obtains related clinical history (i.e., scans, x-rays, and laboratory data) to direct the processing of specimens. Obtains biological specimens for studies, such as flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry, etc.
Assists the Pathologist with rendering the provisional gross anatomic diagnosis, through observations made in dissection.
Performs frozen sectioning and staining for intraoperative consultation.
Performs biomedical photography of specimens.
Performs postmortem examinations including external examinations, in situ organ inspections, evisceration, dissection and recording of applicable data.
Moves bodies from crypt to autopsy table and manipulates other large surgical specimens.
Updates and maintains laboratory databases and orders supplies for the grossing and frozen section rooms.
Fulfills administrative duties in the grossing room, including coordination of specimen type to grossing station, accessioning specimens, managing holding times for stored specimens after processing, and managing inventory.
Assists in troubleshooting workflow issues and recommends changes using process improvement techniques.
Acts as a preceptor and assists Pathologist in training pathology residents and other pathology lab personnel. Assists in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences.
Communicates with surgeons, pathologists, residents, and ancillary medical staff for continuity of care concerning orientation, gross findings, and margins.
Assists in maintaining surgical pathology policies, protocols, procedures, and quality reports. Participates in departmental inspections and surveys to ensure regulatory compliance.
Assists in obtaining proper legal authorizations for autopsies and notifies appropriate authorities to coordinate requests for tissue sampling.
Assist with receiving and processing cytology specimens (i.e., gynecological and non gynecological) as needed.
Perform accessioning of specimens as needed.
Requirements:
- Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Minimum of 1+ year of experience working as a Pathology Assistant, clinical experience does NOT count
- Basic Life Support Certification
ABOUT US
Global Service Resources, Inc., is a national recruiter for IT professionals and Healthcare professionals throughout the continental United States. We specialize in government and private short term, per diem, and long-term contracts. We are located in Burbank, CA and take great pride in offering the best paying contract positions on the market! We make a great team! Let us get you to work!
E-Verify:
All employees are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. E-Verify check will be conducted, and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.
Since these contracts are highly competitive, we continuously source for candidates (even when there are no openings) to ensure a priority submission the next time a positions opens up.
Note: You will not receive the same benefits as a direct County employee. You will be eligible for Health and Dental Insurance at a Discounted Rate and 5 paid Sick Days after 90 days of employment.
Chrizel Vivas
Recruiter
(201) 578-3431
chrizel.vivas@globalserviceresources.com
