Pathologists’ Assistant Ii, Anatomical Pathology

6 months ago

Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

**Pathologists’ Assistant II, Anatomical Pathology**
Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services

Vancouver, BC

**What you’ll do**
- Prepare gross examination and complete dissection and dictation of surgical specimens including data collection and specimen receipt processes according to established policies and procedures. Obtain clinical history, laboratory data, x-rays and scans when indicated.
- Prepare tissues for microscopic examination for intraoperative consultation, including orientation, cutting and staining.
- Perform post-mortem examinations for medical purposes that may include external examination; evisceration; describing gross anatomical features; dissection; recording of organ weights and preparing tissues for histological processing.
- Organize clinical information and correct legal authorization for post mortem examination.
- Maintain necessary and accurate records of work done by using worksheets, unit sheets, quality control records and other report forms either manually or electronically using the Laboratory Information System (LIS) or other necessary computer systems or programs.
- Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and usable condition by performing regularly scheduled maintenance, calibration, quality control and troubleshooting of instrument problems. Document and communicate all actions appropriately.
- Accumulate, prepare, organize, and file designated material such as specimens, photographs, and documentation for continuing education and research programs.
- Communicate needs for new or updated equipment to supervisor and assist with equipment evaluation and selection.
- Participate in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and reagents including preparation of reagents.
- Demonstrate to staff and students the required procedures performed in a section or sections of the laboratory. Assist with orientation of staff to section as required.
- Participate in safety programs at the site by following safety procedures and using safety equipment.
- Participate in Quality Management or Quality Assurance programs by providing information and input to Team Lead, Technical Practice Lead, Pathologist or Medical Director.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

**What you bring**

**Qualifications**:

- Certification or eligible for certification with Canadian Certification Council of Pathologists' Assistants (CCCPA) certification.
- Graduation from an approved Master’s Pathologist Assistant Program, two (2) years' recent surgical and autopsy pathology experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

You will also have
- Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff and the members of the interdisciplinary team using, oral written and computer communication means.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively.
- Applies the problem solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
- Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities.
- Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervises responsibilities of others, and collaborates across disciplines.
- Promotes staff morale, engagement, and risk-taking.
- Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of LM Labs policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
- Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
- Demonstrated experience and skills with Laboratory information systems.
- Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools.
- Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
- Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at

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