Job Description
Job Title: Travel Pathology Assistant
Location: Tufts Medical Center Hospital, 800 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
Duration: 3+ months
Shift: 2nd shift: 10:30am-7:00pm M-F
Vaccine : TB, MMR
Job Duties / Responsibilities:
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Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection, and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines.
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Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing.
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Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies and procedures.
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Assist other areas/rotations within the department with assigned tasks after completing primary duties.
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Maintain a professional and organized work environment.
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Identify and resolve or report problems that may adversely affect test performance or the reporting of test results.
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Uphold high ethical standards and integrity in all assigned duties.
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Demonstrate knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protective measures related to bloodborne pathogens.
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Experience in cutting frozen sections is preferred.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related science.
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Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is highly preferred.
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No prior experience required if completed a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant (PA) program.
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Experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred.
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Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
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Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
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Must be able to handle the physical requirements of the position.
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Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
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Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 80.00/hr.