Per Diem Pathology Assistant | Westchester Campus
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester is hiring a per diem Pathologists' Assistant for its Anatomic Pathology Laboratory at the Westchester Campus. The role supports accurate and timely diagnoses that affect patient care and works closely with pathologists and laboratory leadership in a highly technical environment. Under the guidance of the Histology Supervisor and pathologists, the assistant performs technical functions involving gross examinations, specimen processing, frozen section procedures, and laboratory support. The position requires extensive knowledge of anatomy, pathology, medical terminology, and laboratory testing methodologies. The role requires on-site presence, and employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP; travel expenses will not be reimbursed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- New York State Pathologists' Assistant License issued by the New York State Education Department.
- One to three years of Pathologists' Assistant experience.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in Anatomic Pathology or Surgical Pathology.
- Experience performing frozen sections and gross examination of complex specimens.
- Experience in an academic medical center or high-volume hospital pathology laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Triage surgical pathology specimens and prioritize workflow based on specimen complexity and clinical urgency.
- Perform and process frozen section specimens and assist pathologists with intraoperative consultations.
- Examine, dissect, dictate, sample, and process more than 400 specimen part types, including biopsies and complex surgical resection specimens.
- Accurately document gross findings to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assist pathologists with specimen examinations, grossing procedures, and specimen resubmissions as needed.
- Obtain tissue for histology and immunopathology control slides and support research initiatives that aid diagnostic evaluation.
- Package and prepare specimens for referral testing and send-out diagnostics in accordance with infectious substance shipping regulations.
- Perform x-ray imaging of tissue blocks for microcalcifications, skeletal anomalies, and other diagnostic purposes.
- Troubleshoot gross room equipment and assist with specimen-related inquiries from the Accession Team, clinicians, and laboratory staff.
- Assess specimen volume and complexity and assist with specimen distribution and workflow coordination.
- Adhere to departmental, laboratory, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support employees and their families.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
