Pathologist Assistant

Purpose: The successful candidate will perform comprehensive gross examination of surgical specimens and forensic autopsies in accordance with established standards.

Education and Training:

• Graduate of an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s Program (MSc) or equivalent combination of education.
• Certified (or eligible for certification) with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the Canadian Association of Pathologists (CAP) as Pathologist Assistant
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety awareness in 4 steps” training certificate is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of recent relevant experience in the specialty of Histology/Pathology is required.

Knowledge/ Skills/Ability:

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to correlate clinical and pathological findings.
• Demonstrated knowledge to identify and evaluate gross morphological characteristics of disease in different organs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of forensic terminology and dissection techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of voice dictation systems e.g Dragon Software.
• Demonstrated ability to gross a variety of complex surgical specimens.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently but recognize limitations and seek directions as appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to assist in the performance of Autopsy procedures and other morgue duties.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot specimen/tissue discrepancies and protocol errors that may impact on patient care.
• Demonstrated computer skills (e.g. Meditech and Vantage software)

Personal Suitability:

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively with physicians and to work collaboratively with all health care professionals.
• Excellent flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.
• Discretion and maturity in handling confidential issues is essential.
• Positive work record and good attendance record.
• Physical ability to perform duties of this position, includes lifting, walking, bending and standing for long periods of time.

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

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