UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 07/08/22 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 07/20/22. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTION
Performs all duties in a manner consistent with current laboratory safety standards, in support of, and under the direction of the section supervisor and attending pathologist. Applies knowledge of anatomic pathology concepts, and industry practices to: perform gross description and dissection of simple and complex surgical specimens, prepare and select tissue for histological examination and ancillary testing, photograph specimens, assist with frozen section services and intraoperative consultations, teach pathology dissection techniques to medical residents, perform postmortem examinations as needed, assist in clean-up and maintenance of laboratory, and perform other duties as needed.
Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Pathology Asst III or Pathology Asst IV.
This posting has been modified as of 7/25/22, and reposted.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in related area; and/or equivalent experience/training.
Completion of a two-year Pathologists' Assistant program (NAACLS accredited).
A minimum pf three (3+) or more years of relevant experience.
Current ASCP Board certification.
Experience and proven success with advanced knowledge in pathology theory and industry best practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with residents.
Academic medical center.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must pass a background check.
Must pass physical and TB test.
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
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