KWB Pathology Associates in Tallahassee, Florida is seeking an ASCP Certified Pathologists’ Assistant to join our team! KWB Pathology Associates has been in practice for more than half a century and is a local, 100% pathologist-owned laboratory and practice which serves the greater Big Bend area of Florida. We strive for excellence in caring for our patients, our clients, and our employees.
This position will serve as a PA at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, a 772-bed acute care, not-for-profit hospital which serves a 16-county region in North Florida and South Georgia.
We offer a competitive salary range of $90,000.00 to $140,000.00 annually depending on experience. Hours are 10:00 am – 7:00 pm with some flexibility required. We also have a sign-on bonus. Plus, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, profit sharing and much more.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Under direct or indirect supervision of a pathologist, performs accessioning, dissection, histologic sampling, and gross examination of a full range of anatomical specimens, following established protocols.
Performs frozen sections and other intra-operative consultations within established protocol and procedural parameters.
Clearly and accurately describes specimens and their measurements using canned dictation whenever appropriate.
Verifies specimen identity to prevent medical errors.
Uses correct specimen cassettes and starts tissue processor as needed.
Performs special hospital procedures and protocols, such as cancer research studies.
Safely operates Faxitron and other laboratory equipment.
Trains and mentors new students and new hires.
Performs additional duties as assigned by the Pathologist or Administrator.
Ability to speak clearly using dictation equipment.
Ability to recognize types of tissues and types of biopsies.
Self-directed and able to work with little to no supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and speech.
Excellent judgement and decision-making skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and research problems.
Knowledge of and ability to abide by safety policies and procedures.
Extensive knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights on rare occasions.
KWB Pathology Associates is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and respect all our employees and candidates. We work together with integrity and excellence and we love to have fun at work!
Education/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in health or science field required.
Certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) required.
Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program preferred.
For more than half a century Ketchum, Wood & Burgert Pathology Associates has been providing independent laboratory cytology and surgical pathology diagnostics to the medical community of the Florida panhandle. Founded in 1949, the group has grown to nine pathologists, who are licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. The laboratory meets all federal and State of Florida licensure requirements and is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Our technical staff works to ensure a rapid turnaround time and accurate results, which helps the physicians we assist in the care and treatment of their patients.KWB provides consultation and medical direction of clinical laboratories to facilities and practices throughout the region. KWB has worked closely with clinical colleagues over the years as members and officers of various societies and associations. These include the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, American Medical Association, International Academy of Pathologists, National and Florida Association of Medical Examiners, Florida Medical Association, as well as held presidencies of the College of American Pathologists, the Florida Society of Pathologists and Capital Medical Society.
