Pathologists' Assistant
Company: University of California - San Francisco Campus an
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Pathologists' Assistant
Pathology - Surgical Histology
Full Time
84033BR
Job Summary
Under the direction of the directors, serves as a technical expert
in UCSF Surgical Pathology Gross Rooms, providing technical
assistance and direction to trainees and pathologists' assistants
(PAs). The primary role of the incumbent is practitioner, educator
and role model for trainees and staff members in grossing the most
complex cancer specimens (pancreas, breast, bladder, uterus, ovary,
etc.) as well as simple benign resections and biopsies. It is the
role of the PA to continuously interact with the laboratory
director(s), site managers, supervisors and designees. The
incumbent determines the need to consult with a pathologist, makes
technical grossing decisions, troubleshoots and resolves specimen
receiving issues. The incumbent must have the basic knowledge of
the full scope of general PA technical duties in the laboratory
when required (lab preparation, receiving, accessioning, performing
an intraoperative evaluation including cryostat frozen sectioning
and staining, gross sectioning, dictation, photography, etc.). The
incumbent must also have a thorough understanding of what and why
these sections are essential, and perform duties efficiently
(focusing on quality and quantity). As determined, works variable
schedules and rotates at other work sites as needed. Provides
technical support to the Autopsy Service and Histology Laboratory
as needed. Other duties as assigned.The salary range for this
position is $98,300 - $210,300.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional
approvals based on UC policy.To see the salary range for this
position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use
that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search Please note: An
offer will take into consideration the experience of the final
candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at
UCSF in a similar role.For roles covered by a bargaining unit
agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire
would be placed on the range.To learn more about the benefits of
working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
License/Certification
About UCSF
At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced
technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible
for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the
professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S.
News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the
most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care
available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous
learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health
offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and
talents.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and
talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community
service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to
professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence -
also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both
in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed
to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that
is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the
provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient
care. Additional information about UCSF is available at
diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving
healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic
information.
Organization
Health
Job Code and Payroll Title
004197 PATHOLOGY AST 3
Job Category
Allied Health
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
Monday-Friday
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