Pathologists' Assistant

**Who We Are**:
London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

**Posting Period**:
Open: September 3, 2024

Deadline: October 3, 2024

This position is covered by a collective agreement.

**Department Name**:
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine - LLS Grossing Room

Applications are invited for a Pathologists’ Assistant position in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine-Surgical Gross Room. Assignments within the Surgical Gross Room include examining, describing, dissecting and sampling Surgical Gross Specimens along with other supportive functions in the area. All primary functions are performed under the direction of a pathologist. Additionally there may be assignments within the Autopsy Suite include assisting with the performance of both hospital and medical-legal autopsies along with other supportive functions in the area.

Temporary, Casual, and Full-Time opportunities available

**What we offer**:

- Rate of Pay: $44.66 - $56.30 per hour
- Hours of Work: Temporary - Casual
- Career developemnt and training opportunities
- Employee Wellness Initiatives

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences / Biology related) or equivalent to the hospital
- Successful completion of a Masters level Pathologists Assistant degree program
- Certification with the Canadian Association of Pathologists (CAP) - Section of Pathologists Assistant (CCCPA) or American Society for Clinical Pathology - Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) an asset
- Minimum 1 year related job experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of Anatomy
- Working knowledge of autopsy procedures, practices and equipment used in the Autopsy Suite
- Working knowledge of the handling, examination and processing of complex surgical specimens and the associated equipment
- Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Outlook, internet/intranet)
- Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail are essential
- Demonstrated ability working in a team environment with strong interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate, develop and maintain effective relationships within healthcare teams
- Demonstrated strong problem solving skills
- Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to manage change in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s vision, purpose and values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

**Teaching, Learning and Research**

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 1400 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.