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Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Are you Pathology Assistant ready to step into the heart of innovation and excellence in healthcare? Look no further than Johns Hopkins Intrastaff, where we're not just a staffing agency, but the backbone of the Johns Hopkins Health System. At Intrastaff, our employees aren't just numbers; they're the lifeblood of our service. Here, you'll experience the best of both worlds: the flexibility of temporary work combined with the sense of belonging to a prestigious institution renowned worldwide.
Position Summary:
- The position is within the Pathology department and has a specific focus on chemistry and hematology. You will perform tests requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal supervision. Must have the capacity to operate clinical laboratory equipment in the completion of automated and manual procedures. Technologist trained as generalists may be assigned to any area or combination of areas. Technologist trained in a specialty will be assigned to the area of their specialty only.
Location:
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
Schedule:
- Monday- Friday; Day shift
What We Offer:
- Impactive Work: Contribute to the vital process of ensuring surgical instruments and equipment are sterile and ready for use in critical procedures.
- World-Class Environment: Work alongside some of the best healthcare professionals, including top nurses, physicians, and allied health experts.
- Cutting-Edge Innovation: Gain exposure to state-of-the-art technology and participate in groundbreaking medical research that shapes the future of healthcare.
- Competitive Pay.
- Benefits: Medical Dental, Vision coverage and more....
Pay Rate:
- $
If you're passionate about healthcare, thrive in a diverse team environment, and are eager to make a difference, Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the place for you. Join us in delivering exceptional care and advancing medical science. Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary at Johns Hopkins Intrastaff!
Responsibilities:
- Receives and accession all Surgical and Cytology specimens, ensuring acceptability and resolving any specimen problems.
- Accurately identifies specimens submitted by comparing container information with the surgical requisition accompanying the specimen
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Selects and identifies tissues for microscopic study and determines proper fixative solutions for maintaining
tissues. - Dictates a summary of the patient's clinical history and the gross anatomical findings in consultation with the pathologist's observation and gross diagnosis.
- Selects and identifies tissues for microscopic study and determines proper fixative solutions in which tissues will be maintained
- Specimen photography and radiography as needed.
- Obtains specimens from the operating rooms and performs appropriate examination, including frozen sectioning, and reported gross.
- Follows established procedures for safe disposal of bio-hazardous waste.
- Ensures adequate supplies used in the area. Cleans tools used in the section.
- Accurately completes all paperwork associated with the work of the Section.
- Excellent interpersonal skills are required to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals arid other hospital personnel.
Must meet one or more of the following requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree, but a Master's preferred
- Successful completion of an accredited post-baccalaureate Pathologists' Assistant training program.
- Must be ASCP PA certified
- 3 years of hands-on experience in the field
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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