Pathologists Assistant Jobs in Tacoma, WA (NOW HIRING)

ABOUT US

An unwavering pursuit of Excellence in Patient CareEvery Diagnosis, Every Day. This is what we stand for.

CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is a dynamic, rapidly growing private pathology company headquartered in the Seattle area. We are one of the largest privately held pathology groups in the country, providing nationwide consultations, while retaining a strong commitment to local relationships and best-in-class service.

Our state-of-the-art Anatomic Pathology Central Laboratory provides our team with the most technologically advanced resources. In addition, our cutting-edge Molecular Laboratory with next-generation sequencing offers groundbreaking personalized medicine testing. Our lab continues to grow in technology and scientific advancement while offering our employees a wide array of training and career progression pathways in Administration, Laboratory and Hospital Support, Histology, Cytology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Grossing and more.

Our distinguished group of 60+ pathologists share expertise in more than 25 sub-specialties. Along with a dedicated team of nearly 300 staff, we offer one of the largest and most comprehensive service menus in the region. We attend the largest integrated delivery networks in the Pacific Northwest, including large tertiary care institutions and small community hospitals, as well as specialty clinics and private physician practices. Overall, the group serves nearly 50% of all Washington hospital beds, and over 20% of the beds in Alaska with distinction and, in so doing, affects hundreds of thousands of patients lives every year.

Our pathologists and staff are proud to pursue excellence as we put our patients first.

If this resonates with you, join our exceptional team in our pursuit of excellence.

Position Summary:

The purpose of the Pathologists' Assistant (PA) is to aid pathologists with the diagnosis of each case on the specimen level. Under the supervision of the Grossing Supervisor and general technical direction of pathologists, the PA is responsible for the description and dissection of all moderate and complex specimens, in a fast paced, high volume environment. The PA is also expected to maintain ASCP certification. The PA must adhere to HIPAA standards. Due to various environmental hazards presented in the workplace such as formalin, communicable disease, fresh human tissue, etc., employees must also adhere to strict Standard Operating Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.

Position Schedule: Position Schedule: Monday-Friday, 4pm - 12:30am. This shift offers an additional 5% shift differential compensation. 

There will be an initial training period, approximately 3 months, when the new hire will be training on an altered shift (day shift) prior to moving to their permanent shift schedule.

Essential Duties:

• Triage specimens for gross dissection
• Gross all types of surgical specimens, simple to complex
• Gross Photography
• Handling of certain tissue types for special studies
• Troubleshoot including reaccessioning cases, auditing specimen codes, field questions from various laboratory departments
• Assist with research as needed
• Assist in training of new staff and competency assessments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Basic PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn new software
• Demonstrate ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Highly adaptable
• Ability to prioritize
• Ability to focus
• Must be able to work independently
• Strong personal skills

Qualifications/Experience:

• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists Assistant Program is preferred.
• ASCP certified PA
• Experience in a fast paced, high volume laboratory preferred. New grads encouraged to apply as this is an excellent place to gain expertise. 

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long time periods
• Bending
• Walking
• Safely lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Computer use
• Manual dexterity

Benefits:

CellNetix offers a comprehensive benefits plan.

• Medical, Vision, Prescription company paid options.
  • Employee only HSA $29.86/per month or Employee only PPO $52.47/per month. Dependent plans also available.
• Dental company paid options.
  • Employee only $0.00/per month. Dependent plans also available.
• 401K company match up to 4%
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 0-3 Years of Service: Accrue up to 15 days per year
  • 4-7 Years of Service: Accrue up to 20 days per year
  • 8-12 Years of Service: Accrue up to 25 days per year
  • 13+ Years of Service: Accrue up to 30 days per year
• Holiday Pay
  • 6 paid holidays per year
  • 4 floating holidays per year
• Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
• Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card and free parking at most sites.
• Company paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection.
• Additional compensation for 2nd and 3rd shifts. 
• CME allowance. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE: As a healthcare organization we are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment. We require a criminal history background check and drug test for all final candidates.

CellNetix is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, the presence of a sensory, physical, or mental disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. CellNetix is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know.

CellNetix follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccination recommendations for healthcare workers in addition to applicable Washington State laws. At present, there is no mandatory Covid-19 vaccination requirement for Washington State healthcare workers but employees may be subject to specific hospital system requirements for Covid-19 vaccination along with other vaccinations such as Hepatitis B or seasonal flu vaccines. Employees may be asked to submit proof of vaccination or declination/exemption prior to or during employment. *Any federal, state or local laws or public health mandates with more stringent vaccination requirements will supersede CellNetix policies and/or procedures.