Pathology Associate

Overview

To provide various anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of a Pathologist.

Job responsibilities

• Gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens


• Prepare tissue for numerous pathological tests including frozen section, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemical staining.


• Photo gross specimens


• Provide fresh tissue to tissue repository and research projects


• Assist pathology residents in grossing specimens


• Support frozen section duties at satellite laboratories as required


• Operate digital whole slide image scanner


• Assist in specimen accessioning, cassette printing, specimen handling and fixation prior to grossing.


• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment.


• Assist in specimen storage/disposal


• Participate in Quality Assurance / Process Improvement activities.


• Assist in other laboratory sections as required


• Any other duties as required by the laboratory.

Job Requirements

• Medically qualified doctors with postgraduate training in anatomic pathology


• Degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field


• Preferably experience in grossing pathology specimens.


• Willing to work under the direction and supervision of pathologists


• Willing to work with other laboratory staff for the efficient and effective operation of the anatomic pathology service.