Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access to I290 and I55.

Come be a part of the transformation happening at Loyola Medicine. New state of the art Regional Pathology Laboratory. The new lab enables greater operational efficiencies, improved turnaround times to support future growth and expansion into emerging technologies and lab testing methodologies.


Loyola Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion—to "also treat the human spirit."

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

Hours:

• Full-Time
• Monday-Friday
• 9am-5:30pm
• Area: Histology
• Would frequently travel to other hospital sites; MCNL & GMH
• Location: Loyola Medical Center, Maywood, IL

About the Job

In this role, the Pathologists’ Assistant (PA) performs gross tissue examinations and photography of simple and complex surgical specimens. Will assist with workflow operations in the frozen section lab. The PA will ensure that all gross exams are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Here's what you'll do

• Assists in the performance of frozen sections with the requisite assistance of the Resident, Fellow, or Attending Pathologist.
• Ensures that initial preparation and triage of specimens is performed according to accreditation standards.
• Provide Rapid On-Site Assistance for Fine Needle Aspiration procedures.
• Assist on Kidney biopsy procedures for glomeruli evaluation.
• Provides teaching assistance to all Residents and Fellows in surgical pathology rotation.
• Assists with maintenance of equipment and inventory in gross room and autopsy suite.
• Assists with the organization of tissue storage, retrieval, and discard.
• Completes autopsies.

Here's what you'll need

Required:

• Master's Degree
• Specific Degree: Biologic Sciences; Graduate of NAACLS approved Pathologists' Assistant Program

Licensure/Certifications

Required: 

• Certified Pathology Assistant (ASCP)
• Other: New graduates Certified Pathologists' Assistant (ASCP) required within one year of hire

​Perks & Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Competitive Shift Differentials 
• Daily Pay "NEW"
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Our Promise to You

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
• We live and breathe our guiding behavior

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Pay Range: $104,000 -133,120 Annualized 

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. 

Trinity Health Benefits Summary 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,