Pathologists Assistant

Kaleida Health; Town of Amherst (NY); Presencial; USD 74.000 - 94.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kaleida Health’s MFS Anatomic Pathology department in Williamsville, NY is seeking a Pathology Assistant to support gross dissection, autopsy work, and tissue procurement. The role involves supervising residents, students, and lab staff, and ensuring efficient processing of specimens.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Health Science or Pathology Assistant, relevant licensure, and certification within 90 days of hire. Onsite work with full-time hours and a competitive hourly wage applies.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or life sciences.
• Master's degree in Health Science or Pathology Assistant.
• Licensure as Pathology Assistant and certification within 90 days of hire.
• 1 year health care/lab experience preferred; autopsy or surgical pathology experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee gross surgical cutting room, frozen section, and tissue procurement activities.
• Assist the pathologist in gross Anatomic Pathology dissection and autopsies.
• Maintain inventory levels and supplies for the laboratory.

Conocimientos

Anatomic Pathology

Gross dissection

Autopsy procedures

Laboratory inventory management

Educación

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

Master's Degree in Health Science or Pathology Assistant

ASCP BOR Pathologists' Assistant Certification or equivalent

Pathology Assistant Licensure

ASCP Certification obtained within 90 days of hire

Descripción del empleo

Department : MFS Anatomic Pathology
Location: Millard Fillmore Suburban
Location of Job : US:NY:Williamsville
Work Type : Full-Time
Scheduled Work Hours: 7:30a-3:30p, 9:00a-5:00p, 10:00a-6:00p
Shift 1

Job Description

Completes 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 Credentials

Bachelors 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.

Experience

1 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 Conditions

Essential

• Weight Requirement - Medium (up to 50 lbs)

Standard 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# : 26505 Grade : P13
Pay Frequency : Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $ 54.00 - $68.38

Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Kaleida Health’s 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!