Pathology Assistant: Specimen Prep, QA & Histology

Summit Health Management; City of White Plains (NY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health Management in White Plains, NY seeks a Pathology Assistant for a full-time daytime schedule. The role involves accessioning, describing gross specimens, and submitting tissue for histology under routine and complex protocols.

Requirements include a Master’s PA or medical degree, NY PA licensure with ASCP, and 2–4 years of experience; 5–8 years preferred. Proficiency with LIS is essential, with strict attention to accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in PA or medical degree required.
• Valid NY State PA licensure and ASCP PA certificate.
• 2–4 years’ experience; 5–8 years preferred.
• Experience with Laboratory Information System required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure specimen accessioning and labeling according to protocol.
• Describe gross features and submit specimens for histology.
• Perform QC/QA tests and prioritize specimens.
• Identify errors and assist with resolutions.
• Operate instruments per procedures and report issues.
• Maintain documentation and logs; dispose waste per policy.
• Keep accurate records stored electronically and confidential.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

PA degree

NY PA licensure

ASCP certificate

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Pathology software

Job description

Summit Health Management in White Plains, NY seeks a Pathology Assistant for a full-time daytime schedule. The role involves accessioning, describing gross specimens, and submitting tissue for histology under routine and complex protocols.

Requirements include a Master’s PA or medical degree, NY PA licensure with ASCP, and 2–4 years of experience; 5–8 years preferred. Proficiency with LIS is essential, with strict attention to accuracy and confidentiality.