Pathology Assistant (Sayre, PA)

Guthrie Medical Group is seeking a Pathology Assistant to join its practice

Highlights of the Position

• Under the supervision of a Pathologist or the Lab Medical Director, assist the Pathologists in implementing and monitoring the Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Program in Anatomic Pathology.
• Assures appropriate specimen accessioning by assisting processors or grossing technicians with correct specimen definitions
• Knowledgeable of clinical history laboratory data x-rays and scans when indicated
• Describes gross anatomic features and dissecting surgical specimens-details using dictation or voice recognition systems
• Prepares tissue for microscopic examination, including preparation of frozen sections and permanent sections for light electron and immunofluorescent microscopy
• Photographing all pertinent specimens as directed by the Pathologist
• Collates and reports at Laboratory or Medical conferences the Pathology Quality Program results
• Performs special quality investigations as requested
• Assists in the organization and coordination of Anatomic Pathology
• Assures that the pathology information system is up to date with nomenclature and descriptions and correctly associated with billing
• Oversees the procedures and policies within the gross cutting room
• Ability to use the LV1 live scanner for frozen section consultation slides
• Team of six (6) Pathologists and (2) PAs
• The Laboratory Medical Director may assign other duties at times
  

Salary Range
$105,000 to $140,000

Education/Experience

• A candidate/graduate of an American Association of Pathologist Assistants (AAPA)/NAACLS educational program. If candidate is
• Eligible to sit for the AAPA Fellowship Examination or is certified this would be preferred.
• Experienced Pathologist Assistant preferred; new graduates will be accepted.
  

Supportive Transition

• Relocation Bonus Available up to $15K for qualified candidates
• Accompanying Partner placement assistance available
• Physician professional and social special interest groups
• Dedicated Onboarding Specialist and Provider Services team to ensure a successful start at Guthrie

Guthrie has established expectations for every provider at Guthrie based on our core values of patient centeredness, teamwork, and excellence. We provide support and mentoring opportunities for pursuing individualized career paths within the organization.

If you are a Pathology Assistant who shares our vision, we would like to talk with you.
Please contact Stefano Ringer at or email at

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