Job Description

Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. Join our team in our mission to continue to put patients and families at the center of everything we do, in the role of Pathologist Assistant, at the St. Joseph's Health Care Centre site.

Position Profile:

Perform gross description and dissection of surgical tissues removed for microscopic interpretation, which includes selection, preparation and submittal of samples for histologic examination. Assist in autopsy services to setup and perform postmortem examinations. Assist in the teaching of pro-section of various organs as required to pathology residents and rotating medical students. Interact with the operating room staff and clinics regarding the submission of tissue specimens for processing. Coordinate the temporary storage, retention and disposal of tissue specimens. Working knowledge of laboratory safety precautions and hygiene. Perform other functions necessary for providing anatomic pathology services. This Unity Health position may require assisting at both the St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital Pathology sites, dependent on need.

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in a recognized Pathology Assistant program required. Prior Pathologists' Assistant experience (one to two years) preferred. Proficient with MS Office, email, internet, voice recognition software and digital photography. Excellent organization, interpersonal, communication, problem solving and analytical skills. Must be able to work effectively and independently in a team environment. Satisfactory attendance record as per the Health Centre's Attendance Management Program Policy SJ-08-01-08.

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.