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The University of Miami UHealth/SoLé Mia opening  September 2025,  will bring high-quality academic medicine to North Miami, Aventura and surrounding communities.  Our expert team of physicians and staff will represent a wide range of specialties, including NCI–designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one eye hospital in the nation. UHealth at SoLé Mia will also deliver the latest in urologic treatments from the renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute as well as top-notch care from UHealth’s nationally ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs. 

UHealth/SoLé Mia has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Pathology Assistant 1 with a hire date of  July , 2025 .   Be part of the UHealth Difference. 

The Pathology Assistant 1 (H) assists with the preparation and dissection of surgical specimens, under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. An employee in this position also prepares and selects tissue samples for analysis, handles tissue banking, and examines surgical pathology specimens, resections, and autopsies. The Pathology Assistant 1 (H) also records findings and sterilizes equipment.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                           

• Performs the gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens.

• Conducts postmortem examinations and prepares bodies to be released to funeral homes.

• Prepares tissue for numerous pathological tests, such as frozen section, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemical staining.

• Ensures proper sterilization and maintenance of equipment.

• Photographs gross and microscopic specimens, helps prepare educational conferences, and provides training to pathology personnel. 

• Fills administrative, instructional, and supervisory roles.

• Prepares medical records and history for each examinee.

• Obtains legal authorization for a patient's autopsy.

• Works as a liaison to other departments and laboratories to ensure quality healthcare.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                        

• Associate’s degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

• No experience required

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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