Per Diem Pathology Assistant - Day shift

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York, NY is seeking a Per Diem Pathology Assistant for the Day shift to support Anatomic Pathology operations. The role involves gross examination, specimen dictation, and handling time-sensitive frozen section cases, contributing to an average of 480 cases per month.

This Per Diem position emphasizes day coverage with on-site work, requiring on-site presence and compliance with licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a pathologists’ assistant program registered by the NYS Education Department or NAACLS accredited equivalent.
• May file for Limited permit while awaiting examination; license within 6 months.
• Entry-level hires must work in trainee capacity under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Process Anatomic Pathology specimens including gross examination and specimen dictation.
• Manage time-sensitive frozen section cases and ensure timely reporting.
• Assist with daily Anatomic Pathology operations and contribute to the monthly case load (approximately 480).

Education

ASCP certification

Fellow of the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants

Job description

Lab Science Saves Lives:

Pathology Assistant - Per Diem - Day shift

NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital is the singular source of care and caring for the 750,000 New Yorkers who live and work south of 14th Street. Situated at the crossroads of the world’s financial epicenter and several diverse and historic communities, we provide world-class care with a patient-inspired community touch.

Location

New York, New York

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Description

The Per Diem Pathologist Assistant will play a critical role in supporting Anatomic Pathology operations. This position is responsible for the processing of Anatomic Pathology specimens, including gross examination, specimen dictation, and the management of time-sensitive frozen section cases. The Anatomic Pathology department processes an average of 480 patient cases per month.

This is a Per Diem position, primarily needed for day-shift coverage

Preferred Criteria

• ASCP certification
• Fellow of the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants
• Previous experience with the processing of Anatomic Pathology specimens, including gross examination, specimen dictation, and the management of time-sensitive frozen section cases

Required Criteria

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a pathologists’ assistant program registered by the Department, or the substantial equivalent of such a program as determined by the NYS Education Department or have a bachelor’s or higher degree in a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited pathologists’ assistant program
• May file for Limited permit while awaiting examination. The responsibilities of a licensed pathologists' assistant may be performed under the authority of a limited permit. Entry level hires, if waiting for permit or license, must work only in a trainee capacity, under direct supervision and must meet all other requirements and must obtain license within 6 months.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range

$85.00/hour

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