Pathology Assistant

shm; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking a Pathology Assistant to join a physician-led laboratory team. This full-time role schedules 6am–2:30pm or 7am–3:30pm, Monday through Friday, in New York. You will assure specimen accessioning and labeling, describe gross features, and prepare specimens for histology.

Requirements include NY licensure as PA, PA (ASCP) certificate, and 2–4 years of experience (5–8 years preferred). Laboratory information system experience is preferred; strong documentation and safety

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Pathology Assistant (PA) or Medical Degree distinction; Bachelor's Degree in NAACLA accredited Pathologists' Assistant program preferred.
• Valid New York State Licensure as a Pathology Assistant (PA), and PA (ASCP) certificate.
• Minimum of 2–4 years' experience; 5–8 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assures appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling.
• Accurately describes gross anatomic features of routine and complex surgical specimens; sections specimens per protocol and submits for histologic preparation.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance tests as required.
• Prioritizes and triages specimens effectively.
• Recognizes testing errors or discrepancies and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Operates instruments/equipment per written procedures.
• Identifies equipment problems and contacts technical service.

Education

Master's Degree in Pathology Assistant (PA) or Medical Degree distinction

Bachelor's Degree in NAACLA accredited Pathologists' Assistant program

New York State Licensure as a Pathology Assistant (PA) and PA (ASCP) certificate

Job description

About Our Company

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD , and Starling Physicians .

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Job Description

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6am - 2:30pm or Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm

Essential Job functions

• Assures appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling
• Accurately describes gross anatomic features of routine, complicated surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned; Sections specimens per departmental protocol; submits entire specimen(s)/representative section(s) for histologic preparation.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance tests as required.
• Demonstrated the ability to prioritize and triage specimens.
• Recognizes testing errors/discrepancies or problems and notifies the appropriate personnel; assists with problem resolution.
• Operates all instruments/equipment per accepted written procedures
• Recognizes and identifies equipment problems and contacts appropriate technical service

General Job functions

• Maintains all necessary documentation and current logs.
• Handles and disposes of specimens and chemical waste based on the laboratory's procedure manual and ensure compliance with regulatory policies.
• Ensures that records are accurate, complete, legible and appropriately filed and stored electronically.
• Meets acceptable turn-around time and productivity standards for the department.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
• Maintains a clean, neat and orderly workplace including instruments and general laboratory equipment.

Physical Job Requirements

• Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling)
• Work requires sitting, standing, and / or walking for periods of up to eight hours.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers
• Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds.
• Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
• Balance is maintained during climbing, bending and/or reaching.
• Physical agility, which includes the ability to maneuver the body while in place.

Environmental Risks

• Chemicals, Sharps, Latex, and Fumes
• Loud noises
• Vibration
• Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen
• Magnetic fields

Blood-borne Pathogen

• Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin or tissue specimens.
• Contact with patient specimens is possible.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements

• Master's Degree in Pathology Assistant (PA) or Medical Degree distinction, preferred. Bachelor's Degree or a higher degree in a NAACLA accredited Pathologists' assistant program.
• Valid New York State Licensure as a Pathology Assistant (PA), and PA (ASCP) certificate, required.
• Minimum of 2-4 years' experience, 5-8 years preferred.
• Must have experience with a Laboratory Information System.

Travel

None Required

Pay Range

$37.69 - $47.12 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD's benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities ( EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), nat