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(Archived) Pathology Assistant
Job Description
Position: Pathologists Assistant
Location: Rye Brook, NY
Shift: Full Time/ Days
Start: Immediately
Job Description
- Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of surgical specimens for Histological processing, according to policies and procedure
- Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling
- Maintain the integrity of the specimen and patient identification
- Describe gross anatomic features of surgical specimens, ensuring that all lesions, markings and sutures are mentioned
- Record measurements, weight, volume and any abnormal findings as applicable
- Dissect surgical specimens and prepare tissues for histologic processing
- Complete all associated paperwork. Follow the laboratory's applicable procedures for job-related responsibilities
- Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director
- Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met
- Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations
Requirements:
- AA, AS or BS degree or equivalent training and experience
- 3-6 years histology and/or surgical gross experience
- Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
- HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), PA (ASCP) or AAPA fellowship status preferred
- Data entry skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Medical/Dental
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Referral Bonuses
- Childcare reimbursement
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