Pathology Assistant Per Diem

NYU Langone Health; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in New York seeks a Pathology Assistant - Per Diem to handle duties in clinical labs. The role involves processing specimens and assisting pathologists, requiring a bachelor's degree and New York State licensing. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers an hourly rate of $1.56, with actual pay depending on experience and education.

Qualifications

• NYS Pathologist Assistant License or Permit required.
• Ability to maintain professional conduct under stressful conditions required.
• 1-2 years Anatomic pathology services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle all duties in the gross room including specimen processing.
• Resolve problems with specimen receipt.
• Perform frozen sections and special studies as required.
• Assist pathologists with preparation and analysis.
• Accession, bill, and label specimens accurately.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Pathologist Assistant or related field

Graduate from an NAACLS approved Pathologists' Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pathology Assistant - Per Diem - Clinical Labs-Pathological Adm - - Monday - Friday with Alternatin.

Job Responsibilities

• Pathologist Assistant graduate with PA license. Working in gross room to take care of all related duties including blocks.
• Responsible for proper handling of reference lab specimens. Resolves problems with specimen receipt.
• Performs frozen sections and special studies as needed per laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Assists the pathologist in the preparation, staining and cover skipping of the sample selected for frozen section analysis.
• Accessions, bills and labels specimen containers and requisitions in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Completes daily assignments in an organized, efficient manner. Oversees activities in frozen section room.
• Develops, coordinates and provides team support to accomplish day to day activities and tasks. Participates in departmental and inter-departmental conferences when appropriate.
• Describes, dictates, and dissects all categories of surgical specimens in accordance with departmental guidelines accurately and efficiently.
• Utilizes computer appropriately to accurately enter required information on the Histology log sheet.
• Recognizes the appropriateness of a test requisition from physician, reference laboratory or consultant. Chooses appropriate samples for decalcification process and submits adequately decalcified samples to Histology.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Pathologist Assistant or related field OR Graduate from an NAACLS approved Pathologists' Assistant program Required.
• NYS Pathologist Assistant License OR NYS Pathologist Assistant Permit Required.
• Strong communication (both oral and written), problem-solving, and organization skills Required.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office especially Word and Excel Required.
• Ability to maintain professional conduct under stressful conditions Required.

Required Licenses

NYS-Pathologist Assistant Lic

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years Anatomic pathology services Preferred.
• National Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or eligibility Preferred.

About NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

Salary Transparency

NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk 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 $1.56 - $1.56 Hourly. 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.

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