Pathologists' Assistant

OPSEU
*REPOSTED*
Pathologists' Assistant
Regular Full Time
Lab Histo/Cytology, LHAP
Laboratory Services
Days/Evenings/Weekends - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering & Oshawa
Salary $41.010 - $51.730 per hour
OPSEU - 2400000591
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Pathologist's assistant will work under the supervision of the Supervisor of Pathology, Pathologists and the Medical Director. The pathologist assistant will report to the laboratory manager and supervisor for performance discipline, scheduling or other HR related issues. The Pathologist Assistant is responsible for describing and dictating the gross findings of specimens using the available protocol, taking representative sections for histological processes and assisting and performing ancillary special procedures on specimens and organs.
QUALIFICATIONS;

• Certified or the ability to become certified with the Canadian Certification Council of Pathologists' Assistants(CCCPA)
• Certification with ASCP is an asset.
• Baccalaureate degree in Science with advance level courses in anatomy and physiology or Health Care Professional with experience in Histopathology
• Prior experience as a Pathologist Assistant preferred
• Flexibility to work both independently and as a direct assistant to the pathologists
• Practical use of computer and computer assisted technology
• Working knowledge of the Body Substance Precautions and good lab hygiene
• Working knowledge of safe chemical handling, storage protocols and emergency spill procedures
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong observation skills and exceptional attention to details
• Cross functional duties within laboratory as required
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community
• Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound clinical judgement
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing education and learning
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public.
• Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and work record

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.