Pathology Assistant - Pathology - Jobs in Kentville, NS

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Req ID: 124672Company: Nova Scotia HealthLocation: Western* Zone, *Valley Regional HospitalDepartment: PLM Pathology AVHType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT* (*100%* FTE) x *1* position(s)*Status: CUPE Healthcare* position*Posting Closing Date: 31-Dec-21Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.ResponsibilitiesA Pathologist Assistant performs the initial handling, dissection and gross examination of surgical and autopsy tissue; dictating and documenting findings, as well as directing, selecting and submitting appropriate tissue for pathological diagnosis. Pathologist Assistants are allied health professionals and are able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, histology and basic pathology.Pathologist Assistants increase the efficiency of the surgical and autopsy pathology service to allow the pathologists more time to concentrate on microscopic diagnoses. The Pathology Assistant may be required to perform the autopsy prosection itself; procuring appropriate tissues and organs, dissecting tissues and submitting the required tissue for pathological diagnosis.Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved MSc Pathologist Assistant program or CAP certification preferred; or a graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology program with a minimum of four years progressive experience in a Pathology Laboratory.
• Preference will be given to technologists with formal or hands-on training and experience in grossing procedures.
• Must be eligible for licensure with NSCMLT
• Experience with Meditech preferred
• Previous background in anatomy, physiology, histology, pathology and medical terminology
• Must have demonstrated customer service skills; leadership skills; excellent organization and technical skills; as well as good decision-making skills
• Ability to work both independently/unsupervised and in a team oriented environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Hours of WorkPermanent Full Time Position; 75 hours bi-weeklyShifts may include evenings, nights, weekends & holidaysSalary InformationPathology Assistant$33.23 - $40.34 hourlyOnce Youve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit please visit Recruitment - IncentivesThis is a Healthcare bargaining unit - CUPE position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, People of Colour, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.*Follow Us!*https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthorityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/https://twitter.com/healthnsJob Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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