Pathology Assistant I, Per Diem

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Pathologists Assistant I position is to support pathologists in the examination of autopsies and surgical specimens including the clerical and technical preparation of clinical data prior to review. The role also provides assistance to the Chief Technologist in coordinating and overseeing the daily operations and activities of the Anatomic Pathology Laboratory.

What Youll Do

• Assist pathologists with autopsies on adults adolescents and infants including external examination evisceration gross dissection recording/describing findings and proper restoration of the body for release.
• Prepare log and process surgical specimens; perform gross description and dissection under indirect supervision; prepare tissue blocks and frozen/permanent sections for various microscopy methods.
• Manage morgue operations including census body release set-up/viewing arrangements and adherence to safety protocols regarding biological hazards.
• Organize and collate clinical data (e.g. radiology operative reports) for review; photograph and maintain records of surgical and autopsy specimens.
• Support histology and grossing room operations by maintaining equipment supplies cleanliness and inventory; assist with installation of new procedures or apparatus.
• Train and assist residents medical students and staff on laboratory procedures and the Laboratory Information System; participate in teaching and educational activities.
• Contribute to quality assurance by monitoring equipment QC/QA programs and researching/implementing new equipment or processes to improve patient care.
• Ensure compliance with hospital state and federal regulations; maintain safety standards; and serve as workflow liaison in the absence of the Chief Technologist.

What Youll Bring

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Health Science or a related biological discipline.
• Formal training in anatomic pathology including didactic instruction and practical experience in surgical and autopsy pathology.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing Pathologist Assistant duties in Anatomic Pathology.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with laboratory staff physicians nurses and funeral directors
• Ability to work weekdays from 7am-3pm.

What We Offer

• Vacation Accrued Time
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law)

In compliance with New Jerseys Pay Transparency Act the hourly rate for this position is $60.24.

University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates relevant work experience education and training key skills internal equity market data and organizational needs.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nations leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients regardless of their financial situation.

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