Pathologists' Assistant - Manhattan

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pathologists' Assistant. A Pathologists Assistant is a highly trained allied health professional who provides various pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. Key responsibilities include: Reconciliation of specimens: assures appropriate specimen accessioning reconciles specimen labeling of logs, containers, blocks, and requisitions, according to procedures. Obtaining and appropriately applying the clinical information to the analysis and interpretation of the surgical case. Gross description: Accurately dictates gross description according to designated protocols and templates. Dissection of specimens including: Dissects specimens according to protocols and procedures. Performing duties relating to the maintenance of the laboratory when needed. Assisting in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences. Assists in resident training/teaching of pathology gross examination, dissection, and dictation procedures. Assists department and supervisor with various QA/QI initiatives and compliance with all CAP, NYSDOH and Joint Commission standards as they relate to the gross room. Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Pathology Assistant training program, or Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, biology or related field, with required previous related experience including surgical pathology, gross dissection of surgical specimens, and frozen sections. NYSDOH License as a Pathologist Assistant. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently. Preferred Qualifications: National Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP-PA). Board certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP BOR). Certification through the American Association of Pathologist Assistants (AAPA). Experience working with Residents and Fellows. 2 years experience working in a surgical pathology laboratory as a Pathologist Assistant. NYU Langone Health 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. We are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. NYU Langone Health 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. The salary range for the role is $116,600 - $159,000 Annually.

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