**Description** PeaceHealth is seeking a Pathology Assistant - Per Diem for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $45.14 – $67.70. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. **Job Summary** Applies principles and techniques related to autopsy pathology, surgical pathology, and histopathology within the scope of practice. **Essential Functions** + Efficiently performs human surgical specimen examination; assists in tissue preparation for frozen section examinations, immunocytochemistry assays and electron microscopy (when required); performs appropriate medical photography of gross specimens. + Ensures appropriate procedure documentation and document management; performs specimen accessioning utilizing anatomic pathology computer system as necessary. + Performs autopsy duties to include: external examination, in situ organ inspection, evisceration and complete organ block dissection; dictates autopsy documentation; selects and submits tissue for microscopic exam; ensures proper restoration of body for acceptable release to funeral director. + Maintains morgue and gross room to include: work environment, equipment, and supplies. + Assists, initiates and/or implements certain specialized procedures and/or research projects as assigned by the Director; performs lead role in QA activities for Anatomic Pathology; participates as lab liaison on relevant teams, e.g. tumor board, breast conference, morbidity and mortality, etc. + May perform CAP (College of American Pathologists) compliance duties to include: periodic record reviews; equipment and test validation; development and maintenance of policy, procedure and guidance documents; proficiency testing and competency management; CAP inspection preparation, assessment and follow up; and technical and procedural advisement and referral. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Education** + Bachelor's Degree Required: Health Sciences or equivalent **Experience** + Minimum of 1 year Required: Experience or combination of education and/or experience **Credentials** + Required: within 1-1/2 Yrs American Association of Pathologists Assistants _or_ + Required: within 1-1/2 Yrs American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Governors **Skills** + Good written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate clinical information (Required) + Working knowledge of anatomy, surgical pathology procedures and protocols and disease process (Required) + Strong analysis/problem solving skills (Required) + Working knowledge of computer systems (Required) **Working Conditions** Lifting + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently. + Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 5 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs. + Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force. + Reaching frequently. + Squat/ kneel/ bend occasionally. Environmental Conditions + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Mental/Visual + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 117320