Pathology Assistant

Job Title: Pathology Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Lab NBI

Req #: 0000217027

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $72.00 - $72.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Performs all duties related to preparation of surgical and autopsy specimens to be examined and reviewed by pathologist. Lead Teach grossing room and morgue. Responsible for the performance of all routine and special procedures performed on surgical and autopsy specimens in the section. Consults with manager and anatomic pathology director regarding compliance with regulatory standards and changes in the procedure and policies. Participates in the fiscal and technical activities to insure the operation of the section.

Qualification

Required:

• The Pathologists' Assistant must be qualified by academic and practical training to assist in providing service in anatomic pathology under the direction and supervision of an anatomic pathologist.
• Must be are eligible to take the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification examination.
• Bachelor’s degree or MS from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program or in a medical or scientific field with at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Full-Time
• Day

Essential Functions:

• Assures appropriate specimen accessioning, obtains and assesses pertinent clinical information and ancillary studies, describes the gross anatomic pathology, selects tissue to be submitted for further histologic processing and microscopic examination by the pathologist.
• Performs surgical specimen dissection by identifying the anatomical structures within the specimen and assessing the nature and extent of the pathological process.
• Performs and/or assists pathologist in performing frozen sections and other intraoperative consultations.
• Performs postmortem examination, including obtaining proper legal authorization, and reviewing of the patient's medical record and pertinent clinical data.
• Performs eviscerations as well as organ block dissection per the Departmental protocol, and triages autopsy specimens for special procedures and techniques as required.
• Responsible for teaching students, residents, etc. in Anatomic Pathology
• Selects postmortem tissue for histologic processing and special studies, obtaining specimens for biological and toxicologic analysis, assist in photography of gross specimens, and communicate with clinicians regarding the autopsy findings.
• Submits specimens for additional analytic procedures such as immunohistochemical staining, flow cytometry, image analysis, microbiological cultures, genetic analysis, chemical analysis, and toxicology, and assists in the photography of pathological specimens as indicated or requested.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer