Pathologist Assistant Skills Checklist

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PLEASE RATE YOUR LEVEL OF SKILLS & FREQUENCY OF PERFORMANCE FOR THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES/SKILLS:

Proficiency

I have never done the stated task.
I have performed the task/skill infrequently; I require more experience/practice to feel comfortable and proficient.
I have performed the task/skill several times and feel moderately comfortable functioning independently but would require a resource person nearby.
I have performed the task/skill frequently and would feel very comfortable and proficient performing it without supervision or practice.

Frequency

SURGICAL PATHOLOGY *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Performs gross examination of a broad range of surgical pathology specimens to ensure prompt department turnaround time
Ensures appropriate specimen accessioning
Verifies surgical specimen identification with surgical pathology request forms
Performs complex tissue dissection
Maintains records of surgical pathology specimen dissections and dictation
Processes a wide spectrum of surgical pathology specimens, including limb amputations
Obtains gross photos of all tumor and unusual surgical pathology specimens in a digital format
Assists pathologists in all daily activities of the surgical pathology cutting room
Assists in the training of surgical pathology and procedures to residents

FROZEN SECTION *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Prepares and performs frozen sections and gross operating room consultations with assigned pathologist
Assists pathologists with specimen photography and creating diagrams
Prepares frozen sections for stat pathology diagnosis
Cuts and stains specimens for frozen sections as needed
Check coding and billing and enter quality assurance data

AUTOPSY *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Assists pathologists with autopsy procedures using proper techniques
Records data on autopsy specimens
Maintains digital files, ensuring a high standard of specimen photography
Completes postmortem examination reports

TISSUE SPECIMEN HANDLING/PROCESSING *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Collects tissue specimens for chemical analysis and records pertinent findings
Identifies and prepares human surgical tissue specimens for gross procedures according to laboratory protocols
Prepares dissected tissue specimens for cytology examination
Treats tissue specimens in preparation for dissection
Dissects, examines, weighs, and photographs organs and specimens
Applies processing protocols on patient tissue specimens to ensure efficient and accurate diagnosis
Coordinates the acquisition of tissue specimens used for research purposes
Labels and stores gross tissue specimens according to CAP and HIPAA regulations

LABORATORY PROTOCOLS *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Maintains pathology lab equipment and reagents
Utilizes lab software, microscope, as well as any other lab equipment according to the proper procedure and instruction
Performs quality control protocols and other necessary supplies
Trains new technicians on laboratory equipment and protocols whenever necessary

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Supervises and trains entry-level resident physicians in pathology methodology and procedures
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with others
Coordinates work of other, and may cross-work units to resolve problems

COMMUNICATION *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Understands the chain of communications, who to contact, and when
Communicates sufficient information to keep the supervisor informed

ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTATION *

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I certify that the information provided above accurately reflects my experience in each of the clinical areas identified within the past three years.

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