Pathology Assistant - Per Diem

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pathology Assistant - Per Diem - Clinical Labs-Pathological Adm. In this role, the successful candidate Pathologist assistant graduated with PA license.

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Pathologist Assistant or related field OR Graduate from an National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (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.

Pay

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.