Pathology Asst

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Pathology Asst? At HCA Healthcare, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Benefits HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: + Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. + Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. + Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing + 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) + Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock + Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. + Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more + Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts + Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships + Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) + Colleague recognition program + Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) + Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits ( _Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._ You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patientsu2019 lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Pathology Asst like you to be a part of our team. Job Summary and Qualifications The Pathologistsu2019 Assistant is a staff position responsible for assisting pathologists in performance of surgical pathology services. Under the general supervision of the pathologist, works independently when performing professional duties associated with examination and/or preparation of the surgical pathology specimens. FPS DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: uf0b7 Responsible for the organization of and efficiency of workflow processes in the frozen section and gross examination areas. uf0b7 Work closely with on-site Pathologists in determining grossing priorities. uf0b7 Take instruction from on-site Pathologists with respect to grossing technique and quality assessment. uf0b7 Confer with and share with other HCA pathologist assistantu2019s relevant information that would facilitate productivity and expand knowledge base. uf0b7 Triage specimen received from surgery; dictate gross findings on selected specimen using appropriate terminology; refer tissue sections for microscopic review by Pathologist or Resident. uf0b7 Select and identify tissue for microscopic study; determine proper fixative solutions in which tissue will be maintained. uf0b7 Perform specialized procedures such as frozen sections and decalcification; maintain and coordinate specimen and records for specialized procedures using appropriate protocols; submit request for special histological procedures and special stains when appropriate. uf0b7 Maintain records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation; assist in the compilation of reports for surgical pathology; label and store gross tissue specimen. uf0b7 Photograph specimen samples as appropriate for use in instruction and documentation. Perform photo microscopy on cases considered for interdepartmental conferences or for teaching purposes; maintain complete and accurate records of all gross and microscopic photographs. uf0b7 Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. uf0b7 Practice and adhere to the u201cCode of Conductu201d philosophy and u201cMission and Value Statementu201d. uf0b7 Bacheloru2019s degree required; Masters preferred. EXPERIENCE: uf0b7 Minimum three to five yearsu2019 experience in a pathology histology laboratory setting. CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: uf0b7 Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists preferred uf0b7 3-5 years grossing experience in a hospital setting accepted in lieu of ASCP Certification or Masteru2019s degree Physician Services Group ( is skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and 170+ urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcareu2019s graduate medical education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment to the care and improvement of human life. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldu2019s Most Ethical Companiesu00ae by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Created: 2025-11-03