Pathology Assistant - Per Diem Patchogue, NY

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

Job summary

A leading medical center is seeking a Pathology Assistant - Per Diem for the Clinical Labs. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Pathologist Assistant or a related field and a NYS Pathologist Assistant License. Key responsibilities include the proper handling of lab specimens, resolving issues with specimen receipt, and performing frozen sections. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This position operates Monday to Friday and offers competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper handling of reference lab specimens.
• Resolves problems with specimen receipt.
• Completes daily assignments in an organized, efficient manner.
• Performs frozen sections and special studies as needed per laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing.

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to the Knapp Cardiac Care Center—an advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facility—as well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women's imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries. The Stroke Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices.

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.

In this role, the successful candidate Pathologist assistant graduated with PA license.

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 other duties as assigned.
• Responds to organizational information requests in a timely manner. Utilizes technology to improve services, processes and productivity.
• Responsible for upload and download of photography programs. Photograph specimens with use of appropriate camera settings and specimen labels.
• 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. Shows resourcefulness in finding alternatives in accomplishing work tasks when appropriate.
• 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 a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) approved Pathologists' Assistant program.
• NYS Pathologist Assistant License OR NYS Pathologist Assistant Permit.
• Strong communication (both oral and written), problem‑solving, and organization skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office especially Word and Excel.
• Ability to maintain professional conduct under stressful conditions.

Required Licenses

NYS-Pathologist Assistant License

Preferred Qualifications

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

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.

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.

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.