Pathologists Assistant

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health is seeking a Pathologists Assistant for the MFS Anatomic Pathology department at Millard Fillmore Suburban. The role supports gross dissections, tissue procurement, and autopsy-related tasks in a fully onsite setting with standard hours.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory Technology or a related field, with a Master’s in Health Science or Pathology Assistant, and possess required certifications/licenses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Biological or Chemical Science.
• Master's Degree in Health Science or Pathology Assistant required.
• ASCP Certification, BOR Pathologists' Assistant Certification or equivalent.
• Pathology Assistant Licensure required upon hire. ASCP Certification obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Completes and/or assists others in department with assigned tasks and/or duties.
• Manages the gross surgical cutting room, frozen section room, and tissue procurement activities.
• Oversees residents, students, Pathology Assistants, pathology fellows and others involved in accessioning and processing specimens, slides, and tissue for procurement.
• Assist the pathologist in gross Anatomic Pathology dissection activities and in performing autopsies.
• Assist in inventory maintenance within the laboratory.

Skills

Gross dissection

Autopsy assistance

Tissue procurement

Laboratory operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Biological/Chemical Science

Master's Degree in Health Science or Pathology Assistant

Job description

Pathologists AssistantDepartment: MFS Anatomic PathologyLocation: Millard Fillmore SuburbanLocation of Job: US:NY:WilliamsvilleWork Type: Full-TimeScheduled Work Hours: 9AM-5PM, 10AM-6PMShift 1 Job DescriptionCompletes and/or directly assists others in department with assigned tasks and/or duties. Manages the work activities of the gross surgical cutting room, frozen section room, and tissue procurement activities which includes oversight of residents, students, Anatomic Pathology Assistants, pathology fellows and other involved in accessioning, and processing specimens, slides, and tissue for procurement. Assist the pathologist in all associated gross Anatomic Pathology dissection activities and in performing autopsies. Assists in all functions required to maintain inventory levels within the laboratory. Education And CredentialsBachelors Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Biological or Chemical Science. Master's Degree in Health Science or Pathology Assistant required. American Association of Pathologists' Assistants Certification, ASCP BOR Pathologists' Assistant Certification or equivalent. Pathology Assistant Licensure required upon hire. ASCP Certification obtained within 90 days of hire. Experience1 year experience in a health care environment with laboratory, autopsy or surgical involement preferred. 1 year experience working as a Pathologist's Assistant preferred.Working ConditionsEssential:

• Weight Requirement - Medium (up to 50 lbs)
• Job DetailsStandard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00
• FTE: 1.000000
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No
• On Call Required: No
• With Rotation: Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Union Code: U18 - CWA 1168 Sub/Flint Road Lab Prof
• Requisition ID#: 19572
• Grade: P13
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Range: $52.43 -$66.38
• Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Kaleida Healths mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!