What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathologist Assistant position at Catholic Health?
Pathologist Assistant
Good Samaritan Hospital is a 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level II Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that's focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.
Under the direction of the Clinical Director and Pathologist, the Pathologist Assistant will assist the Pathologist in the preparation and performance of all gross surgical examinations. Responsible for proper handling of referred laboratory specimens and resolves problems with specimen receipt. Responds to organizational information requests in a timely manner and uses technology to improve services, processes and productivity. Performs other duties as assigned by AP Manager or Medical Director.
Responsibilities:
- Accessions, bills and labels specimen containers and requisitions in an accurate and efficient manner
- Completes daily assignments in an organized, efficient manner. Develops, coordinates and provides team support to accomplish day to day activities and tasks. Participates in departmental meeting with appropriate
- Describes, dictates, and dissects all categories of surgical specimens in accordance with departmental guidelines accurately and efficiently
- Uses voice recognition software program and LIS to enter in gross descriptions
- Uses computer appropriately to accurately enter required information in LIS in terms of reconciliation of cassettes and slides. Verifies billing charges. Exhibits resourcefulness in finding alternatives in accomplishing work tasks when appropriate.
- Chooses appropriate samples for decalcification process and submits adequately decalcified samples to Histology Department.
- Performs proper disposal of tissue and chemical waste in the gross room.
- Performs all routine work and quality control activities to ensure high standards in the Department
Requirements:
- Academic training leading to either a bachelor's or master's degree required. Graduate from a NAACLS
- accredited school of Pathology Assistant. Master's degree preferred.
- Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist under the NYS Department of Education preferred and or Licensed as a NYS Pathologist Assistant under the NYS Department of Education
- Additional practical and clinical training in Anatomic Pathology leading to certification as a Pathologist Assistant.
At Catholic Health your well-being comes first, with comprehensive compensation and benefits; our offerings go beyond the basics. In addition to multiple medical plans, life insurance, generous paid time off and flexible spending accounts, we also offer substantial tuition reimbursement, an employer funded pension plan and several savings plan options for your future.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location