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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pathology Assistant - Pathological Admin - Per Diem - Clinical Labs-Pathological Adm - Per Diem - 09.

In this role, the successful candidate Pathologist assistant graduated with PA license

Job 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
bull; Performs other duties as assigned
bull; Responds to organizational information requests in a timely manner Utilizes technology to improve services
processes and productivity
bull; Responsible for upload and download of photography programs Photograph specimens with use of appropriate
camera settings and specimen labels
bull; Performs frozen sections and special studies as needed per laboratory #39;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
bull; 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
bull; Describes dictates and dissects all categories of surgical specimens in accordance with departmental guidelines
accurately and efficiently
bull; Utilizes computer appropriately to accurately enter required information on the Histology log sheet Shows
resourcefulness in finding alternatives in accomplishing work tasks when appropriate
bull; 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:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors 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

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Long Island Community Hospital 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.

Long Island Community Hospital is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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Long Island Community Hospital provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $56.84 - $70.16 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.

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Required Skills

Required Experience

Ability to meet physical requirements of job i.e. long periods of standing, walking, bending, exposure to weather, take instruction from supervisors.