Pathology Assistant

Details

Client Name
NYC Health + Hospitals / Woodhull

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Pathology Assistant

Specialty
Pathology Assistant

Job ID
27557595

Job Title
Pathology Assistant

Weekly Pay
$2460.5


Shift Details

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
07/28/2024

End Date
08/31/2024

Duration
5 Week(s)


Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician who practices anatomic pathology, processes and documents specimens. Collects and prepares samples for pathology analysis. Conducts tissue and fluid examination, as needed. Assists with conducting postmortem examinations. Responsible for the organization of the laboratory and the provision of effective pathological service. Ensures optimal utilization of resources and compliance with the operating standards of various health care governing and accrediting bodies, resulting in improved patient experience and outcomes.


SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepares gross tissue sections for pathology analysis, which include but are not limited to cutting, staining, as required, describing gross anatomic features, dissecting and processing surgical specimens for bio-banking, histologic processing, or other analyses (e.g., frozen section).


2. Performs human postmortem examinations, which include but are not limited to selection of tissues and fluids for further examination, external examination, dissection, and gathering and recording information for autopsy reports.


3. Maintains laboratory inventory of supplies and equipment; cleans and disinfects equipment.

4. Calibrates, operates and troubleshoots medical equipment.

5. Completes, processes and files appropriate forms and documents, as needed.

6. Adheres to and acts in compliance with all appropriate procedures, protocols, techniques and standards, as they relate to the gross room.

7. Photographs surgical specimens, as assigned, and maintains quality standards and requirements for collection of pathology specimen photographs.


8. Participates in accessioning and labeling specimens, storing and disposing specimens, and maintaining reagents and equipment.

9. Analyzes data and prepares reports on findings.


10. Maintains laboratory safety precautions and adheres to infection prevention procedures.

11. Performs other related duties, as assigned.


Client Details

Address
760 Broadway

City
Brooklyn

State
NY

Zip Code
11206


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