Pathology Assistant - Histology - Glens Falls Hospital : Job Details

The Pathology' Assistant will contribute to the overall efficiency of the Pathology Department and laboratory service in a cost-effective manner by performing a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of gross examination of surgical pathology specimens and the assisting with Quality Assurance processes. The Pathology Assistant has a lead role in the grossing areas of the department. The incumbent will describe and examine surgical specimens and prepare such specimens for histological processing. This position will also assist supervisory staff in a team effort to complete work in the grossing area in an efficient manner striving to optimize the workflow.Other critical aspects include project management, budget development and maintenance, management of supplies and resources. The Pathology Assistant, under the direction and supervision of a pathologist, canassist in all aspects of anatomic pathology and participates in seminars. The Assistant can do all work leading up to but not including diagnosis. The incumbent is qualified to do complex surgical resections (pelvic exenterations, whipple procedures, etc.) and autopsies including gross, PAD/FAD, and clinical summary. *The Glens Falls Hospital Impact* *Mission* Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. *Education & Experience* * Baccalaureate Pathologist Assistant program graduate; or successful completion of post-bachelor's Program from an NACCLS approved school of Pathologist' Assistants * Post-Baccalaureate training in anatomic and clinical pathology preferred * Minimum 3-5 years of experience in pathology - surgical gross pathology, frozen section cutting, and autopsy. *Licenses, Certifications, Registrations* * NYS Licenses Pathology Assistant * Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) *Salary Range* The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $41.61 to $62.42 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements. *Benefits* Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be foundhere. *Communities We Serve* Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. **Job:** **Allied Health - Laboratory Medicine* **Title:** *Pathology Assistant - Histology* **Location:** *NY-Glens Falls* **Requisition ID:** *2306A*