Pathologist Assistant - Surgical Pathology

Capital District Health Authority

Central Zone, Nova Scotia, CA
Base: $40.15 - $51.37 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
On-site
Gross room and autopsy procedures
Leadership in pathology support
Customer service skills
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services across the province

Job Summary

  • Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services across the province.
  • The Pathologist Assistant works under the direction of pathologists and laboratory management to perform gross room and autopsy activities, supporting diagnosis and laboratory staff.
  • Successful candidates may be eligible for a benefits package including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance coverage, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Matching Summary

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services across the province.

Salary

Base: $40.15 - $51.37 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Gross room and autopsy procedures
  • Leadership in pathology support
  • Customer service skills
  • Technical and organizational skills
  • Effective professional communication
  • Shift work including weekends and holidays

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Cerner LIS
  • Experience with Dragon software
  • Competency in French language
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Certified Pathology Assistant (CCCPA or ASCP BOC)
  • Graduate of MSc Pathologist Assistant program preferred
  • Experience with pathology terminology and anatomy
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Ability to meet certification requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

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