Job Description: The pathologist assistant will be capable of performing all routine functions in the surgical pathology area, including some escalated issues and troubleshooting quality issues.The individual will be responsible for conducting gross examinations of surgical pathology specimens under appropriate supervision.Assist the department manager/supervisor with the day-to-day operations of the surgical pathology area. Help to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of services provided by the grossing staff.Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities as authorized by the laboratory director/technical supervisor.Perform gross examination and dissection of large, complex complicated specimens in preparation for Histologic processing. Typically, hospital-based, whole organ specimensProvide technical instructions, training, and guidance to pathologist assistance/grossing technicians, students, and lab assistants in techniques, instrumentation, and organization of workMay be responsible for orientation, training and training verification of newly hired grossing staffMay perform new hire QC for pathologist assistants, grossing technicians, and any histotechs performing gross examination.May administer competency assessment, including direct observation, to grossing staffMay assist with establishing the level of supervision (direct vs indirect) for each specimen type for each individual performing grossPerform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types.This includes specimen preparation of FNA specimensEnsure compliance with all corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standardsEnsure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulationsPerform troubleshooting when necessary and have the ability to exercise independent judgement, if required.Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologistIdentify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or directorCoordinate and monitor workflowMay act as a key contact person for pathologist, grossing and histology staff to identify problem areas and recommend changes to workflowMay be responsible for monitoring HPAP as neededMay participate with the development and/or monitoring of quality indicators for the QMPFollow the laboratory's applicable procedures for job-related responsibilitiesComply with corporate continuing education requirements for grossing personnel as well as those required to maintain state licensure and/or CMP Qualifications: Bachelor's degree meet all requirements for non-pathologist performing gross tissue examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493, 1489Current state licensure PreferredMasters Degree Preferred 1 year surgical gross experience, including large complex/complicated specimensNAACLS approved pathologist assistant training programsASCP Certified PA requestedShift/Time Zone: Any shift - preferred is 1pm to 930pm - Eastern Time ZoneBenefits: Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics. Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st. Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.