Pathologists' Assistant - Manhattan

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to perform gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens under the supervision of a pathologist. You will prepare tissue for histology, frozen sections, and ancillary studies, with involvement in teaching residents and supporting QA/QI initiatives.

The role emphasizes accurate gross descriptions, specimen accessioning, and coordination with attending pathologists, while maintaining the lab and assisting in conferences and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Pathology Assistant training program, or Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, biology or related field.
• NYSDOH License as a Pathologist Assistant.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of specimens: assures appropriate specimen accessioning, reconciles specimen labeling of logs, containers, blocks, and requisitions according to procedures.
• Obtaining and applying clinical information to the analysis and interpretation of the surgical case.
• Gross description: accurately dictates gross description according to designated protocols and templates.
• Includes all relevant details in the gross description including color, measurement, shape, weight.
• Reviews gross description to ensure accuracy and completion.
• Dissection of specimens according to protocols and procedures.
• Prepares tissue for histological processing and frozen sections; obtains tissue for additional studies including flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry.
• Photographs gross specimens and microscopic slides; correlates specimen information with the attending pathologist.
• Maintains the laboratory, cleans workstation between and after case dissection completion.
• Ensures proper maintenance of equipment, sterilization of instruments, and proper discard of waste.
• Notifies supervisor of low supply inventory and assists with supply management.
• Assists in organizing anatomic pathology conferences and resident training.
• Assists in training in cryostats, faxitron and digital photography; supports residents in workflow management.
• Supports QA/QI initiatives and compliance with CAP, NYSDOH and Joint Commission standards.
• Assists supervisor, pathologists, housestaff, and management with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

NAACLS accredited Pathology Assistant training program

Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, biology or related field

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pathologists' Assistant. A Pathologists Assistant is a highly trained allied health professional who provides various pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. Pathologists Assistants are responsible for the gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens. They prepare tissue for numerous pathological tests including frozen section diagnosis, histology, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemical staining. They may photograph gross and microscopic specimens help prepare educational conferences, and provide training to pathology residents. The duties of a Pathologists Assistant are not always limited to anatomic and surgical pathology, but also include a variety of tasks including administrative, supervisory, and teaching duties.

Job Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of specimens: assures appropriate specimen accessioning reconciles specimen labeling of logs, containers, blocks,and requisitions, according to procedures.
• Obtaining and appropriately applying the clinical information to the analysis and interpretation of the surgical case.
• Gross description: Accurately dictates gross description according to designated protocols and templates.
• Includes all relevant details in the gross description including;color, measurement, shape, weight.
• Reviews gross description to ensure accuracy and completion.
• Dissection of specimens including; Dissects specimens according to protocols and procedures.
• Prepares appropriate sample of tissue for histological processing and/or frozen sections, obtains tissue for additional studies including but not limited to flow cytometry,electron microscopy,immuno histochemistry,etc., and performs special procedures including faxitron imaging and tumortriage.
• Photographs all appropriate gross specimens and microscopic slides.Correlates specimen information with the appropriate attending pathologist.
• Performing duties relating to the maintenance of the laboratory when needed. Cleans workstation between and after case dissection completion.
• Ensures proper maintenance of equipments, sterilization of instruments and discard of waste and material properly.
• Notifies supervisor of low supply inventory and assists with supply management.
• Assisting in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences.
• Assists in resident training/teaching of pathology gross examination, dissection,and dictation procedures.
• Also assists in training in the use of cryostats, faxitron and digital photography as needed. Supports residents in workflow management.
• Assists department and supervisor with various QA/QI initiatives and compliance with all with CAP, NYSDOH and Joint Commission standards as they relate to the gross room.
• Assists supervisor,pathologists, housestaff, and management with any and all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Pathology Assistant training program, or Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, biology or related field, with required previous related experience including surgical pathology, gross dissection of surgical specimens, and frozen sections.
• NYSDOH License as a Pathologist Assistant.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• National Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP-PA).
• Board certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP BOR).
• Certification through theAmerican Association of Pathologist Assistants (AAPA).
• Experience working with Residents and Fellows.
• 2 years experience working in a surgical pathology laboratory as a Pathologist Assistant.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $125,000 - $185,540 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.