Pathologist Assistant - Pathology

Responsible for the 'Gross' examination of all routine tissues; processing frozen section specimens for the Pathologist; provides dissection assistance in the Frozen Section Laboratory after the case has initially been assessed by the Pathologist; primary prosector for autopsies, responsible for dissection and dictation for autopsy cases.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**

Graduate of an Approved Pathologists' Assistant Program or an equivalent of the Pathology Assistant-type of work experience.

Additional Skills and Qualifications:

Must possess technical and operational knowledge of the Frozen Section Lab and pathology procedures for gross examination of all routine tissues. Must have adequate use of both hands. Must be able to distinguish color. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to handle contact with deceased patients. Must be able to use a microscope and handle clinical instrumentation. Must be able to tolerate exposure to chemical vapors from formaldehyde, acids, bases, and alcohol. Must be able to tolerate (low level) exposure to Ionizing radiation, such as Technesium and Prostatic Seeds, (Gamma Radiation). Must be able to tolerate exposure to microwaves. Must be able to tolerate exposure to infection hazards such as blood borne pathogens and CJD. Must be able to handle skin contact with solvents and other chemicals such as, cleanser, 10% bleach, and chemical reagents. Must be able to work around machinery with moving parts. Must be able to work with immunosuppressed patients, particularly CJD, and frozen section specimens.

License or Certification:

ASCP board of registry certification and current with ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program