Per Diem Pathology Assistant - Day shift

NewYork-Presbyterian; United States; On-site; USD 97,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital is seeking a Pathology Assistant for per diem day shift. The role focuses on processing Anatomic Pathology specimens, gross examination, and specimen dictation, with management of time-sensitive frozen sections.

Qualification includes a pathologists' assistant degree with NYS/NAACLS alignment; ASCP certification is preferred. Candidates may work under a limited permit and must obtain full licensure within six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a pathologists' assistant program or NAACLS-equivalent.
• ASCP certification preferred; Fellow of the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants advantageous.
• May file for Limited permit while awaiting examination; license required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Process Anatomic Pathology specimens including gross examination.
• Dictate specimen details and manage time-sensitive frozen section cases.
• Support Anatomic Pathology operations on a per diem day shift.

Skills

ASCP certification

Pathology experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Location New York, New York Shift: Day (United States of America) 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.

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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